Gregg Henry

Gregg Henry was born on May 6, 1952, in Lakewood, Colorado. He has established a career spanning over four decades, marking his acting debut in 1976 with the miniseries “Rich Man, Poor Man Book II.” Early in his career, Henry appeared in various television programs such as “Airwolf,” “Moonlighting,” and “Murder, She Wrote,” showcasing his adaptability across different genres. His early film work includes “Body Double” (1984) and “Casualties of War” (1989), where he began to build a reputation for impactful performances. He has also developed significant collaborative relationships with notable filmmakers throughout his career.

Henry has worked with acclaimed directors like James Gunn and Brian De Palma on multiple projects. His collaborations with James Gunn include “Slither” (2006), “Super” (2010), and the Marvel Cinematic Universe films “Guardians of the Galaxy” (2014) and “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” (2017), where he played Peter Quill’s grandfather. With Brian De Palma, he appeared in “Scarface” (1983), “Body Double” (1984), “Raising Cain” (1992), “Femme Fatale” (2002), and “The Black Dahlia” (2006). He is also recognized for his role as Val Resnick in the film “Payback” (1999) and Colonel Robert Marr in “United 93” (2006).

On television, Henry is well-known for his recurring role as Hollis Doyle in “Scandal” (2012-2018), and as Detective Carl Reddick in “The Killing” (2013-2014). He also delivered a critically acclaimed portrayal of serial killer Dennis Rader in “The Hunt for the BTK Killer” (2005). Beyond acting, Henry is a composer and lyricist, having written music and lyrics for musicals like “Little Egypt: The Musical.” He is also a professional singer and songwriter, with his song “The Back of Your Hand” covered by Dwight Yoakam, reaching number one on CMT. Henry has received numerous accolades for his stage work, including thirteen Drama-Logue Awards, an L.A. Weekly Award, and the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award. He continues to perform across different mediums, including voice roles in animated series and video games, and resides in Los Angeles with his wife, theatre director Lisa James.