Gregory is House’s first name in the television series House M.D. The character is formally known as Dr. Gregory House, a physician specializing in diagnostic medicine and the show’s central protagonist.
The series often uses “House” rather than his first name, reflecting both his surname and the character’s emotionally guarded personality. Colleagues and friends occasionally call him Gregory, but the surname is the name most strongly associated with the program. His full name also explains why the show is titled House rather than using a first-name title.
Gregory House is portrayed by Hugh Laurie. The character is notable for his exceptional reasoning, reliance on differential diagnosis, and frequent violations of hospital procedure. He also lives with chronic pain after an infarction damaged muscle in his right thigh, leading to his distinctive cane and dependence on pain medication. The medical details are part of the character’s fictional biography.