Shane Harper: From Sitcoms to Special Agent

Shane Harper, an actor with a diverse background in television, is now portraying Special Agent Wyatt Hill in the upcoming series "NCIS: New York." Harper's career began with appearances on Disney Channel, including "High School Musical 2" and "Wizards of Waverly Place," followed by a significant role in "Good Luck Charlie."

He later featured in MTV's "Awkward" and had notable roles in the miniseries "A Teacher" and the Starz crime series "Hightown" as a drug dealer. More recently, Harper completed a three-season arc as gangster Vic Flynn in "Power Book IV: Force."

Reflecting on his career, Harper has stated his preference for playing characters who experience internal conflicts and moral dilemmas. This pursuit of challenging roles, even those unexpected by audiences, guides his artistic choices and career trajectory.

His current role as Wyatt Hill in "NCIS: New York" signifies a return to crime drama franchises but in a law enforcement capacity. This new position as a special agent allows Harper to explore a different facet of the genre, moving away from his previous criminal character portrayals.