Todd was born in Watertown, New York, where he lived until early 1981. At that time his family relocated to Concord, North Carolina, where he quickly became involved in auto racing. Todd's racing career spanned over 10 years capturing over 100 wins and 2 championships before he turned his sights to entertainment. In 1998 he was spotted by a casting director and began to study acting through private studies with an acting professor from North Carolina School of the Arts. After making appearances in a few commercials, a PBS special and other small features, Todd turned his sights full time toward his music. From 2002 through 2012 Todd toured and recorded 3 albums with the band Withstand. Working on movie soundtracks in 2004, he was once again taken in by desire to perform in front of the camera. Taking on movie roles in projects for 2004 and beyond Todd has combined his position as an actor and musician /composer.