Early Life
Gregory was born in Los Angeles, California, the son of Carolyn Surtees, an account manager, and Don Gregory, a film and theatrical producer. He was raised in his father's Jewish religion, and remains a practicing Jew.
Gregory graduated from American University in 1992. While there, he worked for the campus television station, ATV, and received a degree in international studies from the School of International Service. Gregory was named the School of International Service's alumnus of the year in 2005 and sits on the Dean's Advisory Council.
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