Born in 1939 in Hempstead, New York, he is a versatile American actor known for his character roles in film, television, and stage. He graduated from Brown University and Yale Drama School, honing his craft in theater before transitioning to on-screen performances. With a career spanning several decades, he has appeared in notable films such as "Dead Man Walking," "Training Day," and "Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story." On television, he is recognized for roles in series like "Justified" and "The 100."