An American actor known for his brief but memorable career in the early 1960s, he was born in 1937 in Missouri. He gained fame for his lead role in the classic fantasy film "Jason and the Argonauts" (1963), where he portrayed the heroic Jason. His career was short-lived, with only a few film and television appearances following his iconic role. Despite a promising start, he faded from the spotlight and lived a quiet life until his passing in 1992.