Jon Gries
Birth Name:
Jonathan Francis Gries
Birth Place:
Glendale, California, United States
Profession
Actor, Soundtrack, Producer, Director
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
- Played the role of a wolf man in both "The Monster Squad" and "Friday Night Part 2․"
- Abstains from drinking milk and limits his red meat intake
Awards
- 2005Independent Spirit Award - Best Supporting Male:Nominated
- 2005Teen Choice Award - Choice Movie Blush Scene:Nominated
- 2005Teen Choice Award - Choice Movie Sleazebag:Nominated
- 2005Teen Choice Award - Choice Movie Rumble:Nominated
- 2012Filmed in Utah Award - Best Supporting Actor: Feature:Winner
- 2016Best CastWinner
- 2023Actor - Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series:Winner
- 2024Satellite Award - Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries and Limited Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television:Nominated
- 2026Actor - Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series:Nominated