Tom Berenger
Tom Berenger is an American actor known mainly for his roles in action films.Berenger was born Thomas Michael Moore on May 31, 1949 in Chicago, Illinois. He studied journalism at the University of Missouri, but decided to seek an acting career following his graduation. He worked first in regional theatre and moved to New York in the 1970's. He worked in soap operas and had a starring role on One Life to Live.
Berenger's film debut was the lead in Rush It (1976), an independant film now mostly forgotten except for its cast members who went on to greater reknown. In 1977, Berenger had a small but noticable role as a murderer in Looking for Mr. Goodbar. In 1979, he had the role of Butch Cassidy in Butch and Sundance: The Early Days, a role he got in part because of his resemblance to Paul Newman, who played the character in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969). These early roles highlight Berenger's ability to play both villians and heroes.
Berenger's film career peaked in the 1980's starting with The Big Chill (1983). In 1986, he received an Academy Award nomination for his portrayal of the sociopathic Sgt Barnes in Platoon. In more recent years, Berenger has continued to have an active acting career in film and television, although often at a supporting level. He also began a career as a producer in the 1990's.
Berenger has been married three times; to Barbara Wilson (1975-1985), Lisa Williams (1986-1997), and to Trish Alvaran since 1997. Berenger has six children: Patrick, Allison, Chelsea, Chloe, Shiloh and Scout. Berenger resides in South Carolina.
Filmography
Television
