Ryan, a Massachusetts native, embarked on a journey to hone his craft, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting from Boston University's esteemed College of Fine Arts. Additionally, he expanded his theatrical expertise by studying at the prestigious London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts (LAMDA) in England.
Ryan's professional trajectory began with a notable role in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he starred in ABC Family's inaugural original series, Wildfire. Following four successful seasons, he returned to Los Angeles and has since appeared in a variety of notable television shows, including "How I Met Your Mother", "Happy Endings", and "Dads".