Matt Tinberg is a native of Wisconsin. Born in Fort Atkinson on May, 20th 1973. He served 4 years in the U.S. Navy as an Aerographer's Mate. He got his start in acting by joining the Chippewa Valley Renaissance faire where he still acts to this day, playing such characters as Bear the Hunter and a Jack Sparrow impersonator. He also is an avid musician/drummer. He is part of a rhythmic tribal band that plays gypsy style music called Rhythm of the Storm. He is married to Jennifer Bucholz and has 3 children, Dylan, Kaitlyn and Reagyn.