Baker was born on November 15, 1960, in
Chicago, Illinois. He was a graduate of
Marquette University in
Milwaukee. Baker had an acting career that spanned 30 years. He was a successful actor on stage, TV and in film. Some of Baker's credits include
Prison Break,
Cupid,
ER, and
Early Edition. He also acted in films such as
Gladiator and
The Ice Harvest. Baker also taught acting at
Columbia College and at the Act One Studios. Baker died in his home at the age of 49 on August 9, 2010, after suffering from a heart attack. He is survived by his daughter, five brothers and four sisters. ==Filmography==