Courtney Gains (born August 22, 1965) is an American actor who achieved success during the 1980s with a variety of roles in films such as Children of the Corn, Hardbodies, Lust in the Dust, Back to the Future, Can't Buy Me Love, Colors, The 'Burbs and Memphis Belle. His most recent credits include Sweet Home Alabama, Dorm Daze (which he also executive-produced) and Desolation Canyon, as well as a cameo in Rob Zombie's Halloween remake.
In addition to his film work, Gains has guest-starred on several notable television shows including Seinfeld, In the Heat of the Night, Tales from the Crypt, ER, JAG, Pacific Blue, Nash Bridges, Diagnosis Murder, Charmed, Alias and The Guardian.
Gains has also worked as an acting coach and a musician; he once performed live on stage with Phish and has since released a solo album.
Had to attend bootcamp before filming Memphis Belle (1990)
Writes songs and plays Guitar
