Ross was born in Indianapolis, Indiana. After graduating from Indiana University with a degree in Theatre/Film, he moved to Los Angeles and began working in the film/television industry. While at IU, Ross received the National Provost Award for his work writing, directing, and acting in his original play "For the Family" a story about the American Mafia and its line of succession. Ross has trained in a wide range of acting techniques including Shakespeare, Method, Meisner, and Motion Capture. Over the past few years, Ross has been mentored and closely coached by Jonathan Banks (credits include "Breaking Bad" and "Mudbound").