His mother is a homemaker and his step-father works in a technological laboratory. He is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts with a B.F.A. in Theatre Arts. After graduation, he spent seven years touring in regional theatre. French, by the way, is his real name. It's a family name that's been used for generations. He's French number four.
Ex-stepfather of Henry Hopper.
French earned his Screen Actors Guild card for playing Yogi Bear with Hanna-Barberas Shakey Quakey Tour. It was a short-lived career move though, as he was fired for pulling off his bear head in front of the children.
Is the official Clamato (a clam drink) spokesman.
Has a collection of silent films.
Attended West Texas State University (now West Texas A&M University) in Canyon, Texas for two semesters in 1982-1983.
Lives in West Hollywood, California.
He is the only actor to appear in both Stargate and "SGU Stargate Universe" .
Daughter Helen Claire Stewart born June 2013.