L.Q. Jones

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Characters played by L.Q. Jones

Sam Mason — Charlie's Angels (1976)

Minor character featured briefly in the series.

Three-Fingered Jack — The Mask of Zorro (1998)

Grizzled outlaw mentor who trains Alejandro in the ways of Zorro.

Pat Webb — Casino (1995)

The Clark County Commission chairman and brother-in-law of casino slot manager Don Ward. When Ace refuses to re-hire Ward, Webb retaliates by influencing the gaming control board to deny Ace's license. His actions trigger a public hearing where Ace's insubordination further damages the casino's standing with local authorities.

Styles — The Edge (1997)

The lodge proprietor who warns the group about leaving uncovered food out to avoid attracting bears. His caution sets up the wilderness survival premise, though he does not appear during the main survival sequence.

Dakota — Lone Wolf McQuade (1983)

McQuade's close friend and fellow Texas Ranger who is nearing retirement. He serves as a moral anchor for McQuade and aggressively pressures a captive informant to talk. His murder by the villain's men serves as the catalyst that forces McQuade to abandon his solitary ways and actively pursue the criminal organization.

Supply Sgt. Frazer — Hell Is for Heroes (1962)

The supply sergeant responsible for logistical support, ensuring the defenders have necessary resources and ammunition during the prolonged standoff.

Sylvus Hammond — Ride the High Country (1962)

One of Billy Hammond's brothers who attempts to assault Elsa in the brothel. He is killed during the subsequent gunfight initiated by the Hammond family.

Chuck Akers — A Prairie Home Companion (2006)

Chuck Akers is an elderly member of the show's backstage community whose death occurs as the final broadcast unfolds. His passing deepens the sense that the program and its world are ending, and Dangerous Woman provides comfort to the cast and crew as they deal with both his death and the show's cancellation.

Hog Warren — The Hunting Party (1971)

One of Calder's men who repeatedly attempts to rape Melissa. He is stabbed by Melissa during his second attempt. While dying, he taunts Ruger by claiming Melissa has become Calder's woman, further fueling Ruger's rage.

Ben Potter — Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann (1982)

A determined U.S. Marshal pursuing the outlaw gang who forms an alliance with Swann and pursues a personal vendetta against Reese.

Taggart — The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

Taggart is one of Cable Hogue's former partners and helps abandon him in the Arizona desert after plotting over the remaining water. He later returns with Bowen to steal Cable's supposed fortune. Cable outwits them with rattlesnakes, then shoots Taggart when he reaches for his gun.

Sheriff — The Brotherhood of Satan (1971)

The local sheriff of Hillsboro. Initially attacks Ben Holden upon his arrival to report a crash. Later allows the family to borrow his car and joins forces with Ben, Tobey, and Father Jack to storm the Barry house to stop the coven.

Career Overview

L.Q. Jones has 110 screen credits in a career dating back to 1954. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently The Mask of Zorro with 1 titles. Signature works include The Mask of Zorro, Casino, The Edge. 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
110
Birth Date
1927-08-19
Birth Place
Beaumont, Texas, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q934345), public domain (CC0).