Silberling began his entertainment industry career before completing his studies. In 1986, he became a Production Assistant for a children's program. He then began to direct television and film. Silberling's 2002 film, … See more

Silberling previously dated Rebecca Schaeffer, whom he met at UCLA film school, until she was murdered in 1989. In 1995, he married actress Amy Brenneman, whom he met on the set of NYPD Blue and with whom … See more