Clifford Tobin De Young, a renowned American actor, was born on February 12, 1945, in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California. His early life was marked by a passion for music, which led him to become the lead singer of the influential rock band ClearLight in the late 1960s. The band's impressive lineup included notable artists such as The Doors, Jimi Hendrix, and Janis Joplin, with whom they shared the stage.
As ClearLight disbanded, De Young ventured to New York City in 1970, where he made his mark on the Broadway scene by starring in the iconic musical "Hair" and the Tony Award-winning play "Sticks and Bones." After spending four years in the city that never sleeps, he returned to his home state of California, where he landed a role in the television movie "Sunshine" (1973) and its subsequent series (1975).
De Young's extensive career has spanned over five decades, during which he has appeared in more than 80 films and television series. Some of his notable credits include "Harry and Tonto" (1974),"The 3,000 Mile Chase" (1977),"Centennial" (1978),"Shock Treatment" (1981),"Flight of the Navigator" (1986),and "Glory" (1989).
After 25 years of non-stop performances in films, television, and theater, De Young remains a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry. He has continued to thrive, taking on roles in projects such as the ABC drama series "Relativity" (1996) and the films "The Substitute" (1996) and "Suicide Kings" (1997).
