Rip Torn

Rip Torn was an American actor born Elmore Rual Torn Jr. on February 6, 1931. With a career spanning over 60 years, he is best known for his portrayal of Zed in the Men in Black film series from 1997 to 2002, as well as Patches O'Houlihan in Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story. Torn received critical acclaim for his performances, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the 1983 film Cross Creek. Throughout his career, he earned numerous awards and nominations, including multiple Emmy, American Comedy, and CableACE Awards.