Reed Alexander (born December 23, 1993) is an American actor, author, and financial professional. He gained widespread recognition for his acting roles, most notably as Nevel Papperman in the Nickelodeon television series iCarly and as Mac in Sam & Cat. Beyond acting, Alexander also became known as a healthy living advocate, authoring a cookbook aimed at teenagers. He later transitioned into a career in finance.
Early Life and Acting Career Reed Alexander was born in Boca Raton, Florida. He began acting at a young age, appearing in various television commercials and local theater productions. His breakout role came in 2007 when he was cast as Nevel Papperman, the arrogant and scheming creator of iCarly.com's rival website, in iCarly. This recurring role made him a recognizable face to a generation of young viewers. He reprised the character in a guest appearance on the iCarly spin-off series Sam & Cat in 2013. His other acting credits include roles in films such as Ace Ventura Jr.: Pet Detective (2009) and guest appearances on television shows like Will & Grace and Karen's Song.
Healthy Living Advocacy While still acting, Alexander became passionate about healthy eating and lifestyle choices. He launched a website, "Kicking Fat with Reed Alexander," and shared his personal journey of adopting a healthier lifestyle. His advocacy led to him becoming a contributing writer for TIME for Kids and a speaker at various events promoting nutrition and wellness. In 2013, he published his cookbook, Kicking the Junk Food Habit: 100 Healthier Recipes Your Kids Will Love, which featured nutritious recipes designed for teenagers and families.
Transition to Finance Following his acting career, Alexander pursued higher education. He attended the University of Florida, where he studied journalism, and later earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Cornell University. He subsequently embarked on a career in finance, working for prestigious firms such as Goldman Sachs and Centerview Partners, focusing on investment banking.
Personal Life Alexander has largely kept his personal life private since transitioning from public acting. He is known for his commitment to education and his successful pivot into the financial sector.