Randy Quaid

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Characters played by Randy Quaid

Joe Aguirre — Brokeback Mountain (2005)

Joe Aguirre is the rancher who hires Ennis Del Mar and Jack Twist to herd sheep through the summer on Brokeback Mountain. He later refuses Jack's request for work because he observed the two men engaging in sexual activity on the mountain, directly affecting Jack's employment and their separation.

Russell Casse — Independence Day (1996)

Former pilot turned crop duster who sacrifices himself to save humanity.

Tim Dalander — Days of Thunder (1990)

A Chevrolet dealership tycoon and team owner who recruits Cole and hires Harry. He expands his operation to field two cars, initially favoring rookie Russ Wheeler over Cole. After a heated pit stop incident, he fires Cole and Harry, but later assists with engine procurement for the Daytona 500.

Cousin Eddie — Vegas Vacation (1997)

Eccentric, unkempt relative who crashes family gatherings with bizarre behavior and his RV.

Alameda Slim — Home on the Range (2004)

A notorious cattle rustler and the primary antagonist. He uses a hypnotic yodeling technique to steal herds and operates from a hidden mine hideout. He disguises himself as a respectable businessman named Yancy O'Dell to fraudulently buy farmland until he is exposed and arrested.

Cousin Eddie — National Lampoon's Vacation (1983)

Unkempt, eccentric relative who constantly disrupts the Griswolds' trips.

Ishmael Boorg — Kingpin (1996)

A talented but naive Amish bowler who enters a high-stakes Reno tournament after his family's farm is threatened with seizure. His exceptional skill and moral decency inspire his companions, and he ultimately helps Roy regain his confidence and purpose.

Sheriff Loomis — The Wraith (1986)

The local sheriff who pursues the mysterious Interceptor driver. He investigates the gang's destruction, learns the truth behind Jamie's murder from Rughead, and eventually stands down after the gang is eliminated.

Cousin Eddie — National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)

Eccentric, unrefined cousin who frequently disrupts the Griswolds' trips.

Lester Marlow — The Last Picture Show (1971)

Wealthy local man interested in Jacy, later becomes a bank president in Texasville.

Jimmy Booth — Midnight Express (1978)

An American prisoner serving time after stealing two candlesticks from a mosque. Jimmy warns Billy Hayes that the prison is dangerous and encourages him to join an escape through the tunnels. After being caught and beaten during an earlier attempt, he later helps Billy and Max escape.

Tittle Tod — The Missouri Breaks (1976)

Tittle Tod is a young member of Tom Logan's gang. He is unable to swim and becomes one of Robert E. Lee Clayton's victims when Clayton lures or confronts him near the Missouri River and drowns him. His death demonstrates how systematically Clayton is destroying Tom Logan's group.

Career Overview

Randy Quaid has 103 screen credits in a career dating back to 1970. Their work spans 8 cinematic universes — most prominently National Lampoon Vacation with 3 titles. Signature works include Brokeback Mountain, Independence Day, Days of Thunder. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
103
Birth Date
1950-10-01
Birth Place
Houston, Texas, USA

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Universe traveler — spans 8 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q316647), public domain (CC0).