Jason Lively

Ronald Jason Lively (born March 12, 1968) is an American actor and director. He is best known for European Vacation, Night of the Creeps (1986), and Ghost Chase (1987). Lively has mostly retired from acting since the 1990s.

Early life Ronald Jason Lively was born on March 12, 1968,

Career Lively started his career by appearing in the pilot episode of The Dukes of Hazzard when he was 10 years old. His first film appearance was four years later in the 1983 film Brainstorm. That same year he also had another appearance in The Dukes of Hazzard. His most recognizable roles came when he played Rusty Griswald in 1985's National Lampoon's European Vacation, and Chris in 1986's Night of the Creeps.

After that, he appeared in the films Ghost Chase and Maximum Force. In 1993, he appeared in the video game Return to Zork, along with his sisters, Robyn Lively and Lori Lively.

Lively took a 20 year long break from acting following 1992's Maximum Force. He would make his return to the screen in the American Western film Hickok.

Post-acting career Jason Lively has worked for a computer company and was also owner and operator of Jimmy Crack Corn, a mobile roasted corn business.

He is married to Lani Lively. The two share three children.

Filmography

Film

Television

Video games

Awards and nominations