“For me, growing up, the downside of it was that as a kid you don't want to stand out. You don't want to have a famous father let alone get a job because of your famous father, you know? But I'm a product of nepotism. That's how I got my foot in the door, through my dad.”

American actor and director, born 1949. Known for his distinctive voice and commanding screen presence, he has spanned genres from Westerns to sci-fi, earning three Academy Award nominations. His work spans iconic roles like the Dude in *The Big Lebowski* and the title character in *Crazy Heart*, alongside directorial efforts like *The Big Lebowski* and *True Grit*.