Had to add the "T" as a middle initial to avoid confusion with
actor, Craig Richard Nelson, who had registered his name first with the Screen
Actors Guild.
Was offered the role of "Jay Pritchett" for the pilot of Modern Family (2009), but turned it down.
Began his career as a comedian before starting his acting career in 1971.
Is a brown belt in Tae Kwon Do.
As of 2018, has three children, eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
[on Government Aid] I've been on food stamps and welfare, did anyone help me out? No.
[on the death of his ¨Coach¨ co-star Jerry Van Dyke]: I am incredibly sad to hear of Jerry's passing. He was such a brilliant comedian and we had a great time working together on 'Coach'. It is just devastating news. My thoughts and prayers are with Shirley and the family.