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Tom Berenger (born May 31 , 1949 ) is an American Actor known mainly for his roles in action Film s. Berenger was born Thomas Michael Moore to an Irish Catholic family 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 Opera s and had a starring role on '' One Life To Live ''. Berenger's , 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 Sociopath ic 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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