its sources remain unclear because it lacks inline citations. Please improve this article by introducing more precise citations where appropriate. (February 2008) Brett Cullen Born Peter Brett Cullen August 26, 1956 (1956-08-26) (age 54) Houston, Texas (USA) Nationality American Alma mater University of Houston Occupation Actor Years active 1979–present Website http://www.brettcullen.com Peter Brett Cullen (born August 26, 1956) is an American actor who has appeared in numerous motion pictures and television programs. Early in 2007, he was cast as the role of an estranged father to one of the American football players, Tim Riggins (played by actor Taylor Kitsch), in the NBC drama series Friday Night Lights..