**David Andrews** is an American actor, a familiar face in Hollywood cinema known for his solid performances in supporting roles. His film career is studded with appearances in blockbusters and prominent dramas, where he often embodies figures of authority, respectable professionals, military personnel, or ordinary men with a strong moral compass.

His acting style is characterized by a naturalness and a subdued gravitas, which lend credibility and depth to his characters. Among his most memorable roles are Flight Director Gale Cleven in *Apollo 13* (1995), Robert Paulsen in *Fight Club* (1999), Senator Paul Krendler in *Hannibal* (2001), the father in *A Walk to Remember* (2002), and General Robert Brewster in *Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines* (2003).