Spent nomadic childhood travelling the Northwest with parents who were fruit pickers at the time

Moved to Colorado where parents became members of evangelical cult, Children of God

Traveled throughout southwestern US, Mexico and Puerto Rico as missionaries for Children of God

Family moved to South America

Parents left the Children of God; lived in Caracas where River and Rainbow sang religious songs for money and food in the street

Returned to USA at age seven; settled in Florida

Family moved to Los Angeles after Rainbow and River won local talent contests

With sister Rainbow, did audience warm-ups for TV show, "Real Kids" (date approximate)

Began TV acting career at age 12 in "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers"

Appeared in commercials but quit when he realized that he couldn't ethically support selling a product he didn't use

Film debut in "Explorers"

Member of band, Aleka's Attic, with sister Rain; featured on a compilation album, "Tame Yourself", made to benefit the animal-rights organization PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment for Animals)

Final screen appearence, "Silent Tongue" (finished filming, 1992)