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Ryan Raddatz is an American actor, writer, producer, and composer who is best known for his supporting roles in movies and on TV.

Early life
Raddatz was born and raised in Mequon, Wisconsin, and attended Northwestern University, graduating with degrees in Theatre and Creative Writing for the Media.

Acting career
Raddatz began acting in 2000, first appearing on Nickelodeon's The Amanda Show (two episodes, 2000) as a character named "Donald" in a wedding version of the show's "Melody and Thad" sketch, and an usher in a version of the show's "Crazy Courtney" sketch set in a movie theater. Raddatz also appeared on other TV shows, including Disney Channel Even Stevens (one episode, 2001) as a security guard, Arrested Development (one episode, 2005) as a hotel clerk, and Reno 911! (one episode, 2006) as Pastor Dave.

Raddatz also appeared in three films: A Mighty Wind (2003) as Bill Weyburn, First Daughter (2004) as a "frat guy", and Nancy Drew (2007) as an assistant director, and has done voice work for the PBS Kids show WordGirl.

Other work
Raddatz has also written for 29 episodes of WordGirl and 37 episodes of The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2011), for which he also served as producer. Raddatz has also produced the TV movie This Might Hurt (2009).

Raddatz is also a skilled composer for film and television. His first feature as a composer, Chronic Town (2008), premiered at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival.

Personal life
Raddatz now lives in Los Angeles with his wife and dog, Fox.