I think he's actually a rather good actor - but I'm the kind of person who thinks Rene Z, Meryl Streep and Robert Deniro suck while Marilyn Monroe is the best actress ever - which most people seem to disagree with.
Oh yeah, I think it's important who the model dates. It's not necessary or sufficient to make or break a supermodel but it can be a contributing factor. Evidence: Stephanie Seymour - John Casablancas n' Axl Rose, Kate Moss - Johnny Depp, Naomi - Mike Tyson....the list goes on and on and on....