Played the strict Mr. Strickland in Back to the Future

Starred in Top Gun

Served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War

Directed multiple blockbuster Hollywood films

Appeared in WarGames

Won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor

Studied acting at the Actors Studio

Played Commander “Stinger” in Top Gun

Was known for portraying gentle, soft-spoken characters

Began his career as a professional musician