Robert Forster

Birth Name:

Robert Wallace Forster

Birth Place:

Rochester, New York, United States

Profession

Actor, Producer, Director

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․"

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