Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Film actor, Writer, Film director, Television actor, Actor
Birthday
(Monday)
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Parents
Tom Gries
Education
Stella Adler Studio of Acting
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
鸡 Rooster
Popularity
Tier A -- 82,159 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 10
Career
Career spanning 57 years (1968-2025)
Notable
First credit at age 11 -- appeared in first film as a teenager
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Filmography (37)
Biography
An American actor, writer and director. He is known for his role in Napoleon Dynamite as Uncle Rico, and more recently "Lost" as Roger Linus, "Taken" as Casey, and "The Pretender" as Broots. From early roles like Lazlo Hollyfeld in "Real Genius" to the suspicious Greg Hunt in "White Lotus" his career spans across genres, showcasing his talent in both comedic and dramatic roles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jon Gries?
Jon Gries is 68 years old, born on .
Where was Jon Gries born?
Jon Gries was born in Glendale, California, USA.
What movies or shows has Jon Gries been in?
Jon Gries has 37 credits in our database. Notable titles include Carolina Caroline (2025), It's Florida, Man. (2024), The White Lotus (2021), Glass Jaw (2018), Dream Corp, LLC (2016).
What is Jon Gries known for?
Jon Gries is primarily known as an actor. An American actor, writer and director. He is known for his role in Napoleon Dynamite as Uncle Rico, and more recently "Lost" as Roger Linus,…
Where can I find more information about Jon Gries?
You can find more about Jon Gries on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
