Craig Theodore Nelson is an American actor best known for playing Hayden FOX in Coach.
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Best Known For:The television show Coach
Breakthrough:Starred as Steve Freeling in Poltergeist in 1982
10 Quick Facts About Craig Theodore Nelson
- Full Name: Craig Theodore Nelson
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The television show Coach
- Date of Birth: April 4, 1944
- Age: 82 years old
- Place of Birth: Spokane, Washington
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Doria Cook
- Popular As: Craig T. Nelson
Craig Theodore Nelson Age
Craig Theodore Nelson is about 82 years old as of 2026. Craig Theodore Nelson was born in 1944.
Craig Theodore Nelson Height
Craig Theodore Nelson stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches. This is approximately 191 cm.
Rise to Fame
Craig Theodore Nelson rose to prominence for his role on the television show Coach.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Coach, The Incredibles, and Young Sheldon.
Television
- TV Show: Coach (Hayden FOX, 1989-1997) — Lead role; Primetime Emmy Award winner
- TV Show: Young Sheldon (Dale Ballard, 2019-2024) — Recurring role
- TV Show: Parenthood (Zeek Braverman, 2010-2015)
Film
- Film: The Incredibles (Bob Parr / Mr. Incredible, 2004) — Voice role; reprised in Incredibles 2
- Film: Poltergeist (Steve Freeling, 1982)
Awards & Achievements
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series — Academy of Television Arts & Sciences — Coach
Craig Theodore Nelson Family & Relationships
Craig Theodore Nelson is married to Doria Cook.
- Father: Armand Gilbert Nelson
- Mother: Vera Margaret Nelson
Personal Information
- Full Name: Craig Theodore Nelson
- Popular As: Craig T. Nelson
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: April 4, 1944
- Age: 82
- Birthday: April 4
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Place of Birth: Spokane, Washington
Measurements
- Height: 6 ft 3 in
Family & Relationships
- Father: Armand Gilbert Nelson
- Mother: Vera Margaret Nelson
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Doria Cook
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $48,000–$619,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $170,000–$11,313,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Acting contracts and related professional work
Related Biographies
- Doria Cook (Spouse • Wife; married 1987)
