D.B. Sweeney hails from Shoreham, Long Island, where his passion for the performing arts was first ignited. He began his career in the New York theatre scene, appearing in numerous productions, including a notable run on Broadway in "The Caine Mutiny Court Martial".
Francis Ford Coppola handpicked Sweeney to star in the Vietnam era drama "Gardens of Stone" (1987),marking the beginning of a successful streak of performances. This was followed by roles in "Eight Men Out" (1988),where he portrayed the legendary Shoeless Joe Jackson, and "Lonesome Dove" (1989).
Sweeney's versatility as an actor was showcased in his portrayal of Travis Walton in "Fire in the Sky" (1993),a film based on a true story. He also starred as Doug Dorsey, a hockey player turned figure skater, in the beloved romantic comedy "The Cutting Edge" (1992).
In addition to his film work, Sweeney has made significant contributions to television, appearing in shows such as "Strange Luck" (1995),"C-16: FBI" (1997),and "Harsh Realm" (1999). He has also made guest appearances in more recent series, including "Jericho" (2006),"Crash" (2008),"The Event" (2010),and the Emmy-winning "Miss Rose White" (1992).
As a multi-talented individual, Sweeney has also ventured into producing, directing, and co-writing. His cult film "Two Tickets to Paradise" (2006) received widespread acclaim, earning over a dozen awards at major film festivals. His latest creative endeavor is the comedy short "Two Dum Micks", co-starring Sean Astin, which has won over 50 festival awards to date.
