Allman was born in Austin, Texas, brother of David Allman, and the son of Idanell (née Brown; born January 14, 1950; Austin, Texas) and James Martin Allman, Jr. (born April 27, 1950; Travis County, Texas). As he grew up he was talented in soccer and art. Allman played club and school soccer and is deeply interested in contemporary music. After graduating from Austin High School in 2002, he chose to pursue an acting career in Los Angeles over studying art in New York City. Allman is a Christian, and in an interview he stated, "Any time someone tries to represent their idea of God it’s paramount to remember that you’re an imperfect person leading a flawed life."
Allman has also made guest appearances on shows such as Without a Trace, Boston Public, Malcolm in the Middle, The Practice, Phil of the Future, Close to Home, Cold Case, Saving Grace, Eli Stone, Grey's Anatomy, Mad Men, "Bates Motel", and most recently The Closer. In November 2009, Allman won the role of Tommy Mickens in the third season of True Blood. Allman has also done voice over work, usch as on Breathe Bible. Allman's film credits include Shallow Ground, Little Black Book, Dishdogz and The Immaculate Conception of Little Dizzle.
