He’s hosted three different shows focused on science-driven subjects, and has also used his influence in non-entertainment ventures, such as serving on President Obama’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities, among other more political and socially minded activities.
Kal Penn took that feature film fame and landed a more long-term gig as part of the main cast of House back in 2007.
He went on to star in other TV shows like Designated Survivor and Deadbeat, while appearing How I Met Your Mother, New Girl and 24.