Born in Boston, Massachusetts, USA

A Boston native, Nelson was born to two graduates of Brown University. Nelson played hockey in high school and was an avid motorcycle rider. He studied acting in college and later went to a private acting school. Adam Nelson's career began in 1988 and he quickly garnered success as an actor, winning several awards.
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Reed Collins

Tommy

Mr. Van De Kamp / Husband

Navy Appellate Court Judge #1

Brad

Ken Brown

James Moore

Frank Dawber


Preacher

Match-Lighting Guy

Alan

Tim

Nick Savage


Lou

Deputy #1

Ensign Monk

Guard #4

Mackie Shelton

Scientist Burke

Little Augie

Neil

Cellmate

Self

Trooper

Lou

Mack
Micheal