Actor, Screenwriter, Filmmaker. He began his career in advertising before entering the film business. He was the father of sctors Susie Cusack, John Cusack, Joan Cusack, Bill Cusack, and Ann Cusack, often appearing together with there father in films. In 1970 he left the world of advertising and made the abortion documentary film, “The Committee” in 1971, which won many awards. As an actor he appeared in such films as, “Jon E. Lee Is In Love” (2003), “High Fidelity” (2000), “The Jack Bull” (1999, which he also wrote), “Chain Reaction” (1996), “Evil Has A New Face” (1996), “While You Were Sleeping” (1995), “The Fugitive” (1993), “Overexposed” (1992), “Crazy People” (1990), “The Package” (1989), “Things Change” (1988), “Eight Men Out” (1988), “The Lost Honor Of Kathryn Beck” (1984), “Class” (1983), and “The Bodyguard” (1980). On television he made guest appearances on, “Early Edition” in 1996, and “Sable” in 1987. (bio by: K)