Robert Forster Biography

Fast Facts

• Contributed a public service announcement for the Deejay Ra Hip-Hop Literacy Campaign
• Graduated with a degree in history from the University of Rochester
• Became involved with his college's theatre program, which ultimately inspired him to pursue a career in drama
• Entered an apprenticeship at a local Rochester theatre after graduating from college
• Quote: "I'm not sure how a guy wins or loses in this business, but somebody's got to come along and make you lucky․ You can't do it yourself․"
• Best known for his portrayal of John Cassellis in "Medium Cool," and Max Cherry in "Jackie Brown," which earned him an Academy Award nomination
• Was considered for the character of Martini in the 1975 film "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest․"