Michael Ironside

Michael Ironside, born Frederick Reginald Ironside in 1950, is a Canadian actor who has carved a niche for himself across cinema and television. Beyond his acting, he has ventured into voice acting, producing, directing, and screenwriting. Early roles like the malevolent psychic Darryl Revok in David Cronenberg’s "Scanners" and the menacing Colt Hawker in "Visiting Hours" cemented his reputation for playing terrifying antagonists. His versatility was on full display with the role of Jester in "Top Gun," and more recently, he brought depth to Eddie Williams in "Nobody" and a compelling portrayal as Charles Purdy in "BlackBerry.