Greg Tarzan Davis (born ) is an American actor. He began in theater, moved to Los Angeles, and started his acting career. In 2022, he played the role of Javy "Coyote" Machado in the ' film. In 2021, he received a recurring role on ABC's series Grey's Anatomy. He also had a supporting role in the horror film Tales from the Hood 2 (2018).
Before becoming an actor, Davis worked as an elementary school teacher. In 2018, he moved to Los Angeles to focus on his acting career. He took his childhood nickname, "Tarzan," which he earned due to his energy and long hair, as part of his professional name. He played Kahad in the horror-comedy direct-to-video anthology film Tales from the Hood 2. Davis recently recurred on Freeform's Good Trouble and had a guest-starring role in CBS's All Rise.
In May 2021, Davis signed with ICM Partners. In December 2021, it was announced that Davis has joined the cast of ABC's medical drama series Grey's Anatomy. It was his first major role; he portrays Dr. Jordan Wright, who is from Minnesota, the favorite of Dr. Nick Marsh (Scott Speedman), and crosses paths with main character Meredith Grey (Ellen Pompeo).
Davis portrayed Lieutenant Javy "Coyote" Machado in the 2022 film . Davis then starred as Theo Degas in the 2023 film ', and reprise his role in ' (2025).
Davis was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. He has a background in martial arts and holds a second-degree black belt in Taekwondo. Davis attended Louisiana State University and earned a degree in elementary education.