Vint was born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He graduated from the Oklahoma Military Academy and later attended the University of Oklahoma. Vint joined the Actors Studio in Los Angeles with his brother Alan, who co-starred with him in Macon County Line. At the Actors Studio Vint was seen by Bruce Dern, who recommended him for his 1972 film Silent Running. Vint has worked with Academy Award nominated Directors Arthur Penn in Little Big Man and Roman Polanski in Chinatown.
In addition to his work in the film industry, Vint won the World Celebrity Chess Championship at The Century Plaza Hotel in 1988. He was undefeated, and is still the reigning champion.
Vint is also an author and has written several books: William The Conqueror vs King Harold, The Brothers Reno, and The Film Actor’s Handbook.
