Wilford Brimley

A. Wilford Brimley (born September 27, 1924 (some websites indicate 1934 as his birthyear) in Salt Lake City, Utah) is an American character actor who usually plays supporting roles. With his portly physique, full white mustache and glasses, Brimley's appearance is instantly recognizable and almost iconic. Brimley is diabetic.

Selected Filmography

• Brigham City (2001)
• In & Out (1997)
• My Fellow Americans (1996) as Joe Hollis
• Hard Target (1993)
• The Firm (1993)
• Cocoon (1985) and ' (1988) as Ben Luckett
• ' (1985)
• The Natural (1984)
• Tender Mercies (1983)
• The Thing (1982) as Blair
• Absence of Malice (1981)
• Brubaker (1980)
• The China Syndrome (1979)