Won the Television Teacher of the Year Award in 1970 for his role as "Pete Dixon" on Room 222 (1969).
Served in the Marine Corps for twelve years prior to embarking on an
acting career.
Served as a member of the Marine Corps from 1952 to 1964. Subsequently, with the rank of commander, became public affairs officer for the Naval Reserve.
A member of the Bahá'í Faith
Has one daughter, Jessica Haynes.
Studied acting at the Film Industries Workshop and Actors West in Los Angeles.