Also a writer, his debut book "Brushing the Tip of Fame" was published
in 2004.
Since visiting the film festival in Tromsø, Norway in 1994, where he
became romantically involved (since separated) he has lived and worked
in Norway, Australia, the UK, and for a short time the USA. He speaks
Norwegian, but prefers English.
Spends his time between Australia and Europe (June 2007)
Starred as "Elling" in a Sydney version of the successful Norwegian
play by the same name.