David Magidoff

David Magidoff is an American actor and comedian known for his portrayal of Teddy Reed in Dexter: New Blood and Dexter: Resurrection, and Nicky Brooks in The Morning Show.

Early life Magidoff was born in Manhasset, New York, and raised in Marlboro, New Jersey, where he attended Marlboro High School. He graduated from the University of Southern California with degrees in both Creative Writing and Theater. While at school, he wrote and performed in the Brand New Theatre, collaborating with fellow students Rob Kerkovich and Patrick J. Adams.

Career Magidoff made his television debut as Stan Wexler on the NBC drama TV series American Dreams (2002–2005). He went on to star as Jeff Ratner on Veronica Mars (2004–2007) and Nicky Brooks on The Morning Show (2019–present).

In 2021, Magidoff landed the role of Officer Teddy Reed in the Showtime limited series, Dexter: New Blood. His other television credits include ER, Greek, NCIS, CSI, Lethal Weapon, General Hospital, and Impeachment: American Crime Story. Magidoff also hosted MTV's Broke Ass Game Show (2015–2016) and the mobile trivia game, HQ Trivia. In March 2025, it was reported that Magidoff will reprise his role as Teddy Reed in Dexter: Resurrection, which premiered in 2025.

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Film