Born in Germany while father was working with NATO. Traveled Europe and USA extensively. Home-schooled from 2-10th grade due to travels. As part of education and PE while home-schooling took Fencing, Medieval weaponry, various martial arts classes. Grudgingly took piano lessons for 5 years and self taught in guitar. He was in Scouting from age 7-13. Started public school so that he could join team sports. Played JV and Varsity Football, was on track team and discus throw. Took Theater Arts class and participated in plays. Studied Russian for 3 years. Member of various production and acting groups in area. Studied the Meisner Technique with The Actor's Place.