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Where was Stephen born?

Dallas, Texas. Stephen attended Kimball High School and was a champion debater before attending Southern Methodist University.

In the 1980s, Stephen made guest appearances on several television series. On which of the following shows did he not appear?

MASH. Stephen played Caveman Carl in the 1985 "Alice" episode "Vera, the Nightbird", Russell Phelps in the "Cagney & Lacey" episode "Ordinary Hero", and Steve Comiskey in the "Knotts Landing" episode "A Man of Good Will".

In which Mel Brooks comedy did Stephen make one of his early film appearances?

Spaceballs. In Mel Brook's 1987 "Star Wars" spoof "Spaceballs", Stephen was cast in the hilarious role of the Captain of the Guard.

In how many films did Stephen appear in 1992?

7. After appearing as Max in the 1991 hit "Thelma & Louise", Stephen hit high gear in 1992 with roles in "Memoirs of an Invisible Man", "Basic Instinct", "Single White Female", "Sneakers", "Where the Day Takes You", "Hero", and "Roadside Prophets".

On which of these popular television series did Stephen have a recurring role?

CSI: Miami. Stephen has appeared in several espisodes of the crime drama in the role of Assistant State Attorey Don Haffman.

What was Stephen's character Ned Ryerson's occupation in "Groundhog Day"?

Insurance salesman. By the end of "Groundhog Day" Bill Murray's character had purchased every type of insurance imaginable from his former classmate. Ned claimed it to be the best day of his life.

In a questionable career move, Stephen turned down the role of Al in what popular sitcom of the 1990s?

Home Improvements. What were Stephen and his agent thinking? "Home Improvements" ran for eight seasons and made a major movie star out of series star Tim Allen. However, in 1991, the first season of "Home Improvements", Stephen did do five guest appearances on television, including a gig on "Seinfeld".

Stephen had a part in the "Desperate Housewives" episode "No One is Alone". What was the name of his character?

Bud Penrod. Bud Penrod was from Town and Country Insurance, the 'Can Do' people, and sadly advised Susan that there would be a delay in her home fire claim as the authorities ruled the fire was caused by arson.

With which of these legendary musicians did Stephen appear, as lead singer?

Stevie Ray Vaughan. Stephen and Stevie Ray were good old Texas boys and went to school together in Dallas. Stephen was the lead singer in one of Vaughan's first bands.

In what HBO series did Stephen appear as a crooked county commissioner?

Deadwood. Stephen portrayed Commissioner Hugo Jarry from Yankton in the Dakota Territories in the HBO western series. No bribe was too big or too small for the unscrupulous civil servant.