Eric Anthony Roberts (born April 18, 1956) is an American actor. His career began with a leading role in "King of the Gypsies" (1978), for which he received his first Golden Globe Award nomination. He was again recognized by the Golden Globes for his interpretation of Paul Snider in Bob Fosse's "Star 80" (1983). Roberts' performance in "Runaway Train" (1985), as prison escapee Buck McGeehy, earned him a nomination for a third Golden Globe and a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. He is the older brother of actress Julia Roberts.