About
Perhaps most well known for his portrayal of Anthony Falconetti in the miniseries Rich Man, Poor Man, he was also notable for his role as James "Kimo" Carew in Hawaii Five-O, as well as for his work in The Virginian; The Asphalt Jungle; Laredo; and Zero One. He was also famous as television's last tobacco-advertising Marlboro Man.
Before Fame
When he was just eight years old, he made his (uncredited) screen acting debut in The Ghost of Frankenstein. Before launching an adult career as a stuntman and actor, he served in the United States Air Force and earned a bachelor's degree from Syracuse University and a master's degree (in Russian Studies) from the University of California-Los Angeles.
Trivia
His notable film credits include roles in Eye of the Tiger, Red Dawn, and The Mean Season, all of which were released in the 80s. In addition, he appeared in numerous horror movies of the 1980s, '90s, and early 2000s.
Family Life
He spent his early days in Columbia, Missouri. His marriage to Michele Smith produced one child before ending in divorce; he later married Joanne Cervelli.
Associated With
He co-starred with Clint Eastwood in a 1980 comedic action movie titled Any Which Way You Can.
