Kourosh Parsapour

Kourosh Parsapour is an American actor, comedian, writer and producer - a physician-turned-actor whose work draws on lived experiences and a cross-cultural perspective. He was born in Tehran, Iran, and immigrated to Sacramento, California at the age of seven. He is known for his work in independent film and comedy. In addition to his work onscreen, Parsapour holds an MD and MBA, having trained in pediatrics, emergency medicine, and critical care. His background in high-stakes medicine and entrepreneurship informs his performances with authenticity, intensity, emotional depth and grounded realism.