Actor known for his dramatic performances in films such as Easy Rider, Blue Velvet, and Speed. His other notable films include Apocalypse Now and Rumble Fish.
He studied drama with actor Lee Strasberg for five years at the Actors' Studio in New York City.
One of his earliest works was with James Dean in A Rebel Without a Cause.
He was married five times to Brooke Hayward, Michelle Phillips, Daria Halprin, Katherine Lanasa, and Victoria Duffy. His marriage to Michelle lasted for two weeks. He has four children: Henry, Ruthanna, Marin and Galen.
He used to be good friends with Viggo Mortensen.
