Biography: Tobey's parents were 18 and 20 and unwed when he was born. His father, Vincent, was a cook. His mother, Wendy, was a secretary. They split two years after his birth. This resulted in his moving constantly as a youth, spending time in California, Oregon, and Washington. He quit school in the 9th grade and pursued child actor roles. He did several commercials and bit roles on various TV shows before ... show all Tobey's parents were 18 and 20 and unwed when he was born. His father, Vincent, was a cook. His mother, Wendy, was a secretary. They split two years after his birth. This resulted in his moving constantly as a youth, spending time in California, Oregon, and Washington. He quit school in the 9th grade and pursued child actor roles. He did several commercials and bit roles on various TV shows before landing a starring role on the Fox comedy "Great Scott". That role lasted 9 weeks before the show was cancelled. Although avoiding drugs and alcohol, he still is known for running with the party set, including Leo DiCaprio's group. Tobey is a vegetarian and studies yoga. hide |