Eddie Jemison, a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, attended LSU and after graduating, moved to Chicago to act in theatre. His first national break came in the "Yes, I Am / Dr. Galakowitz" spots for Bud Light. Several appearances on David Letterman followed. Soon after, Eddie acted in his first film, Schizopolis, directed by Oscar winner Steven Soderbergh. Eddie went on to act in Soderbergh's Ocean's Eleven, Twelve and Thirteen and relocated to Los Angeles. His feature work also includes his role as Ogie in "Waitress" directed by Adrienne Shelly, along with roles in The Punisher and Bruce Almighty. Eddie's television credits include The Closer, ER, CSI, Six Feet Under, The Guardian and NCIS.

Eddie lives with his wife Laura, their daughter Daisy and new-born baby boy Jasper. For fun, he has fronted many rock and roll bands.