Stephen Weaver Collins better known as Stephen Collins is a talented American actor, director, musician and writer born on October 1, 1947. Collins is best known for his performance on the long-running television series 7th Heaven for playing the character of Eric Camden. Similarly, he is highly appreciated and admired for his performance in Star Trek: The Motion Picture as Captain Will Decker, in TV series Revolution as Dr. Gene Porter and in the short-lived ABC TV series No Ordinary Family as Dr. Dayton King.
Being born in Des Moines, Iowa to parents Madeleine and Cyrus Stickney Collins, Collins was raised in a very good environment where he was supported and motivated to follow his dreams. Since college days, Collins discovered his interest in acting and music. He plays rhythm guitar and bass guitar very well. Collins stepped to his acting career with a lot of hard work, dedication and passion. Before appearing in movies, Collins used to appear in TV series where he justified the character with his acting skills and looks. One after another, Collins started appearing in many series and films polishing himself and his acting skill.
In the year 1996, Collins appeared in the television drama series 7th Heaven portraying Eric Camden. His performance as Eric Camden helped him to be known in the industry as an actor with potential to lead the industry with his talent and looks. He then stared to appear with many hits. In the mean while, Collins had guest appearance in Charlie’s Angels, The Waltons and Barnaby Jones. He also appeared in award winning miniseries like The Two Mrs. Grenvilles and A Woman Named Jackie. He is also best known for his appearance in Star Trek: The Motion Picture and The Rhinemann Exchange. Collins’ Broadway credits include The Ritz, Spamalot, No Sex Please, We’re British, Moonchildren and many more.
Talking about his personal life, he has been married twice. In the year 1970, Collins was married to Marjorie Weinman. The relationship with her ex wife Weinman lasted till eight years that is till 1978. Since he could not make his marital relation with her wife happening, he had a divorce with her. Again in the year 1985, Collins married actress Faye Grant. Moving on to his children, he has one daughter Kate with Grant. This couple filed for a divorce in 2012, which was finalized in January 2015. Right after his divorce with Grant, he had many rumors about his girlfriend, which are not true unless they are verified. Thus Stephen Collins is not a gay.
Sixty eight year old Stephen Collins has been one the most desired American actor. He has huge number of fans and followers. Even at the late sixties, Collins looks as if he has just entered his fifties with the height of six feet. He still looks young and charming. He is able to fantasize any girl with his charm and acting skills. He earns a net worth of $14 million dollars. Following him in his Instagram account or going through his fan sites can see pictures of him. His biography can also be grabbed from wiki.