Crispin Glover. Actor: What Is It?. While he's never been a typical leading man, Crispin Glover has distinguished himself as one of the most intriguing personalities in the movie business. His unusual characters and personal projects have inspired a cult-like following that has dubbed him both madman and genius. The son of actress and dancer Betty Glover and actor Bruce Glover, Crispin Hellion Glover was born in New York City and...