Tom BerengerTom Berenger (born May 31, 1949) is a American actor known mainly for his roles in action films. Berenger was born Thomas Michael Moore 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 City in the 1970s. 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 independent film now mostly forgotten except for its cast members who went on to greater renown. In 1977, Berenger had a small but noticeable 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 villains and heroes. Berenger's film career peaked in the 1980s 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 1990s. 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
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Berenger resides in South Carolina. The role won him an Academy Award for Best Actor. Berenger has six children: Patrick, Allison, Chelsea, Chloe, Shiloh and Scout. Brody hovered on the brink of stardom before getting his due recognition when he was cast as the lead in Roman Polanski's The Pianist (2002). Berenger has been married three times; to Barbara Wilson (1975-1985), Lisa Williams (1986-1997) and to Trish Alvaran since 1997. He was born in New York City and his mother is the Hungarian-born photojournalist Sylvia Plachy. He also began a career as a producer in the 1990s. Adrien Brody (born April 14, 1973) is an American actor. In more recent years, Berenger has continued to have an active acting career in film and television, although often at a supporting level. The Thin Red Line (1998). Barnes in Platoon. Summer of Sam (1999). In 1986, he received an Academy Award nomination for his portrayal of the sociopathic Sgt. The Affair of the Necklace (2001). Berenger's film career peaked in the 1980s starting with The Big Chill (1983). The Pianist (2002) -- Academy Award for Best Actor, Cesar Award. These early roles highlight Berenger's ability to play both villains and heroes. The Singing Detective (2003). 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). The Village (2004). In 1977, Berenger had a small but noticeable role as a murderer in Looking for Mr. Goodbar. The Jacket (2005). Berenger's film debut was the lead in Rush It (1976), an independent film now mostly forgotten except for its cast members who went on to greater renown. King Kong (2005). He worked in soap operas and had a starring role on One Life to Live. He worked first in regional theatre and moved to New York City in the 1970s. Berenger was born Thomas Michael Moore in Chicago, Illinois. He studied journalism at the University of Missouri, but decided to seek an acting career following his graduation. Tom Berenger (born May 31, 1949) is a American actor known mainly for his roles in action films. Johnny, We Hardly Knew Ye (1977). Flesh & Blood (1979). If Tomorrow Comes (1986) (mini-series). The Avenging Angel (1995). Body Language (TV) (1995). Rough Riders (1997). In the Company of Spies (1999). Johnson County War (2002) (mini-series). The Junction Boys (2002). Peacemakers (2003). The Detective (2004) (mini-series). One Life to Live (1968). Rush It (1976). The Sentinel (1977). Goodbar (1977). Looking for Mr. In Praise of Older Women (1978). Butch and Sundance: The Early Days (1979). The Dogs of War (1981). Oltre la porta (1982). The Big Chill (1983). Eddie and the Cruisers (1983). Fear City (1984). Rustlers' Rhapsody (1985). Platoon (1986). Someone to Watch Over Me (1987). Shoot to Kill (1988). Betrayed (1988 movie) (1988). Last Rites (1988). Major League (1989). Born on the Fourth of July (1989). Love at Large (1990). The Field (1990). Shattered (1991). At Play in the Fields of the Lord (1991). Sniper (1993). Sliver (1993). Gettysburg (1993). Major League II (1994). Chasers (1994). Last of the Dogmen (1995). The Substitute (1996). An Occasional Hell (1996). The Gingerbread Man (1998). Shadow of Doubt (1998). A Murder of Crows (1999). One Man's Hero (1999). Diplomatic Siege (1999). Fear of Flying (2000). Takedown (2000). Cutaway (2000). Training Day (2001). The Hollywood Sign (2001). True Blue (2001). Watchtower (2001). D-Tox (2002). Sniper 2 (2002). |