Stephen Collins is a former American actor best known for his role as Eric Camden, the compassionate father in the television series “7th Heaven,” which aired from 1996 to 2007. Born on October 1, 1947, in Des Moines, Iowa, Collins began his acting career in the early 1970s. His notable film appearances include playing Captain Willard Decker in “Star Trek: The Motion Picture” (1979) and roles in “The First Wives Club” (1996) and “Because I Said So” (2007).
In 2014, Collins’s career and personal life were significantly affected by allegations of sexual misconduct. He admitted to inappropriate conduct with three female minors between 1973 and 1994, leading to widespread public condemnation and his removal from several acting projects.
As of recent reports, Collins, now 77, resides in Fairfield, Iowa, leading a reclusive life with his third wife, Jenny Nagel, who is notably 40 years younger than him. Despite attempts to remain out of the public eye, his past actions continue to surface in media discussions, including the Investigation Discovery docuseries “Hollywood Demons,” which revisits his misconduct and its impact on victims and colleagues.