How are the actors from 'Scrubs' today?

'Scrubs' gave us 9 years of comedic gold
Zach Braff played the lead role of 'Dr. John J.D. Dorian'
The role brought him great success
Since the show ended, Braff has continued to act and direct
Donald Faison played the role of 'Dr. Chris Turk'
Faison has a long list of film and television credits
'Extended Family' is one of Faison's recent projects
Zach Braff and Donald Faison are friends on and off screen
Sarah Chalke played the role of 'Elliot Reid'
She recently starred in the Netflix drama, 'Firefly Lane'
Judy Reyes played the role of 'Carla Espinosa'
Reyes has kept busy since the series ended
John C. McGinley played the role of 'Dr. Perry Cox'
McGinley has often graced the screen as a supporting actor
Neil Flynn played 'the Janitor'
Flynn had a lead role on the television series 'The Middle'
Ken Jenkins as 'Bob Kelso'
He had a role on the series 'Cougar Town'
Will there be a 'Scrubs' reboot?
'Scrubs' gave us 9 years of comedic gold

The fictitious setting of the popular comedy series was 'Sacred Heart Hospital.' The successful show ran from 2001 to 2010 and was known for its quirky physical comedy with many scenes enacting the lead character's thoughts and fantasies.

Zach Braff played the lead role of 'Dr. John J.D. Dorian'

Braff provided the narration for seasons 1 to 8 of the series. The actor portrayed the kind-hearted and hug-loving 'J.D.' an intern navigating the beginning of his medical career.

The role brought him great success

The role of 'J.D.' helped to launch Braff's career. During the 9 seasons of the show, he was nominated for 3 Golden Globes and an Emmy award.

Since the show ended, Braff has continued to act and direct

In 2004, Braff wrote, directed, and starred in the film 'Garden State' alongside Natalie Portman. He also developed the soundtrack for the film and won a Grammy award for the 'Best Compilation Soundtrack Album' for a Motion Picture, Television or Other Visual Media.'

Donald Faison played the role of 'Dr. Chris Turk'

Faison played the role of 'Turk,' the aspiring surgeon and loyal best friend to 'J.D.'

Faison has a long list of film and television credits

You may remember Faison for his role as 'Murray Duvall' in the 1995 movie 'Clueless.'

'Extended Family' is one of Faison's recent projects

Faison costars in the NBC sitcom alongside Jon Cryer and Abigail Spencer. The series premiered in December 2023 and portrays the lives of a divorced couple navigating the challenges of raising their children and dealing with new relationships.

Zach Braff and Donald Faison are friends on and off screen

The two actors met on 'Scrubs' and their bond of friendship has endured off-screen as well. Since the series ended, the pair have collaborated on several projects including for a recent Superbowl 2024 commercial.

Sarah Chalke played the role of 'Elliot Reid'

Chalke's character was also a doctor struggling to find her way in her new career. 'Elliot Reid' became the love interest of Zach Braff's 'J.D.' and their characters married later in the series.

She recently starred in the Netflix drama, 'Firefly Lane'

Sarah Chalke played the role of 'Kate Mularkey' alongside Katherine Heigl. The series shares the story of two best friends who grew up in the 1970s and follows them into their adult lives. The show was cancelled after season 2 which aired in 2023.

Judy Reyes played the role of 'Carla Espinosa'

Reyes played the role of 'Carla,' the smart and quick-witted nurse. Her character was the love interest of 'Turk' and the characters got married at the end of season 3.

Reyes has kept busy since the series ended

She worked on the series 'Claws' from 2017-2022. She also had a role in the horror film 'Smile' which was released in 2022.

 

John C. McGinley played the role of 'Dr. Perry Cox'

McGinley expertly played the role of J.D.'s mentor and Chief of Medicine on 'Scrubs.' His character was tough on the younger doctors who admired him as a way of preparing them for all they would encounter in hospital medicine.

McGinley has often graced the screen as a supporting actor

He can be seen in films such as 'Point Break,'Wall Street,' and 'Platoon.' He has had recurring television roles on 'Chicago P.D.' and 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine.'

Neil Flynn played 'the Janitor'

Flynn played the role of the hospital custodian who enjoyed playing pranks on the medical staff. While he tormented many of the characters, he seemed to enjoy being J.D.'s nemesis the most.

Flynn had a lead role on the television series 'The Middle'

From 2009 to 2018, Flynn played the role of 'Mike Heck' on the long-running comedy. He has a long list of film, television, and voice-over work over decades.

Ken Jenkins as 'Bob Kelso'

Jenkins played the role of the mean-spirited and shockingly selfish Chief of Medicine.

He had a role on the series 'Cougar Town'

After his work on 'Scrubs,' Jenkins played the role of 'Chick' on 'Cougar Town' from 2010 to 2015.

Will there be a 'Scrubs' reboot?

In recent years, the series creator, Bill Lawrence, has promised that a 'Scrubs' reunion movie is in the works. According to 'People' magazine, the cast remain good friends and would welcome a return of their beloved series. Stay tuned!

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