‘Dead Poets Society’ Star Robert Sean Leonard Reveals Why He Traded NYC for Small-Town Life With His 3 Daughters

"Dead Poets Society" star Robert Sean Leonard has revealed why he traded life in New York City for a quieter existence in New Jersey when it came time to raise his family.The 57-year-old actor spent much of his younger life in Manhattan, even moving into his own apartment as a teenager. But despite his longstanding connection to the city, Leonard says he knew he wanted something very different for his three daughters.Leonard, who shares his children with wife Gabriella Salick, opened up about the family's decision while speaking to People about his involvement in the latest installments of PBS' "New York: A Documentary Film."Although Leonard grew up in Ridgewood, NJ, his acting career brought him across the Hudson River at an unusually young age.Loading..."Dead Poets Society" star Robert Sean Leonard has revealed why he traded life in New York City for a quieter existence in New Jersey when it came time to raise his family. John M. Heller/Getty ImagesAt just 16, he moved into an apartment on 10th Avenue and 29th Street while pursuing his career onstage. At the time, he had been working as Matthew Broderick's understudy in a Neil Simon production before taking over the role when Bro...