Brian Thompson

Brian Thompson, standing at an imposing six-foot-four, commands attention with his square-jawed presence and resonant voice, making him a staple in action cinema and an unexpected presence in comedy. Born in Ellensburg and raised in Longview, Washington, Thompson pursued a degree in business management at Central Washington University, where he also played football and acted in numerous school productions. His transition to California saw him earning an MFA and carving a path in musical theater before transitioning to film roles in "Joe Dirt," "The Three Amigos," and "Weird Science," among others.