Awarded the Silver Star for heroism as a tank commander at the battle of Monte Cassino in 1944.
Was also a jazz pianist and singer. Recorded a CD of his favorite jazz songs in 1997.
Attended Brown University.
Appeared in many plays after World War II, in venues ranging from community theater to Broadway. Claimed that his favorite plays that he appeared in were "The Andersonville Trial," "The Hostage" and "Noises Off.".