An American actor, he was born on November 20, 1948, in New York City. He studied at The Yale School of Drama before embarking on a successful career in film and television. With a career spanning over four decades, he is known for his versatile character roles in movies like "My Girl," "Risky Business," and "The Thing." He has also served as a former president of the Screen Actors Guild. His extensive TV credits include appearances on "One Day at a Time" and "The West Wing."