R Lee Ermey - Trivia, Family, Bio

Actor whose experience as an drill instructor lead him in portraying stern authoritative figures on TV and in movies. His film credits include Se7en, Full Metal Jacket, Saving Silverman and the Toy Story series.

Before Fame

He appeared in Apocalypse Now directed by Francis Ford Coppola. He chose to go to the military over being incarcerated, for those were the only two options given by the judge.

Trivia

He was the host of the weaponry show Mail Call on the History Channel. Several video games have made references to him.

Family Life

He had four children with his wife Nila, whom he married in 1975.

Associated With

He played the drill sergeant of Matthew Modine's character in the 1987 film Full Metal Jacket.