Trivia

He and his wife are owners and operators of the Crystal Mesa Farm Guest Ranch, which features an avian rescue center and petting zoo

Did numerous un-named bit parts on "All My Children" before landing the role of "Jackson Montgomery".

Walt majored in sculpture at Southern Illinois University. He is also a skilled painter and illustrator. His first acting job was as an extra on AMC, and he worked on "Another World" and "Ryan's Hope" before AMC called him back to play Jackson. Walt and his wife run a bed and breakfast.

The guest ranch is located near Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Was in contention for the job hosting the syndicated version of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?

Inducted into the National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum Hall of Fame in 2012-2013.

Has a son, Chance Conner

When not working, he and his family live at the guest ranch.

Daughter, Merit, born on November 25 1998.

Was parodied by the late Phil Hartman on Saturday Night Live.

Earned the on-set nickname of Big Daddy from Kelly Ripa (ex-Hayley, AMC)