Jon Gries Biography

Fast Facts

• Son of director Tom Gries and brother of film editor and producer Cary Gries
• His acting debut came with a role in the 1968 western "Will Penny․"
• Quote: "(On his definition of success) "It's not about the money․ It's not about the prestige or being recognized․ It's about doing work that you really think has integrity․""
• Best known for his roles as Uncle Rico in "Napoleon Dynamite" and Roger Linus in the series "Lost․"
• Known for collaborating with filmmakers Mark and Michael Polish
• Abstains from drinking milk and limits his red meat intake
• Played the role of a wolf man in both "The Monster Squad" and "Friday Night Part 2․"