Educated in New England, John combined his love for sports and the arts while completing his secondary and college education. At Williamstown High School, he was co-captain of the football team and president of the Glee Club. During his time at St. Lawrence University, where he graduated, John balanced his studies with participation in the Laurentian Singers, an a cappella choir, the theater arts department, and intramural hockey.
John's first major opportunity came after college when he auditioned for the Serendipity Singers and became the group's lead singer. His older brother, Tony, later joined him in the group. This experience paved the way for John to take on roles in musical stage productions. He toured with "Irma La Douce," "Annie Get Your Gun," and "Hello, Dolly!" He also appeared in Leonard Bernstein's "Mass" at the Metropolitan Opera in New York and at the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Additionally, he starred in "Show Me Where the Good Times Are" and "Mother Earth" on Broadway, as well as in various off-Broadway productions.
Eventually, John moved to California, where he landed his first television role in an episode of "Police Story." He went on to star in "240-Roberts" and hosted the syndicated show "Every Day," for which he received an Emmy nomination. He made guest appearances in several series, including "The Duck Factory," "Emerald Point, NAS," "Teachers Only," "Boone," "Little House on the Prairie," "Soap," "Mannix," and "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers," among many others. John was also featured in television movies, such as "Money on the Side," "I Married Wyatt Earp," and "A Matter of Death and Life."
His feature film credits include "Only When I Laugh," "The Legend of the Lone Ranger," and "Lipstick." John has also been active in commercials. He resides in suburban Sherman Oaks, California, with his wife, Deborah, and their children, Matthew, known for his role on "Friends," and Maria. A sports enthusiast, John enjoys playing golf and participates in senior hockey for individuals over 30.
