Born on January 24, 1946, in Vancouver, British Columbia, he is a Canadian actor known for his roles in film and television. He gained fame in the 1970s with the TV series "The Rookies" and later starred in the cult classic film "Slap Shot" alongside Paul Newman. He is also recognized for his role as Sheriff Harry S. Truman in the iconic TV series "Twin Peaks." After a career spanning several decades, he retired from acting in the early 2010s.