What character does this American actor, who appears in Christmas Crime Story, portray in the the ABC musical drama "Nashville" (2012–2017)?
Christmas Crime Story:  Written by Sean Chipman and Robert Chipman, the film features an ensemble cast that includes Adrian Paul, Eric Close, Aaron Perilo, Scott Bailey and Neraida Bega in leading roles. Eric Close: Eric Randolph Close (born May 24, 1967) is an American actor, best known for his roles in television series, particularly as FBI agent Martin Fitzgerald in the CBS mystery drama "Without a Trace" (2002–2009) and Teddy Conrad in the ABC musical drama "Nashville" (2012–2017).
Teddy Conrad