Principal cast member portraying the President. His character's narrative role evolved to become more primary throughout the series. He also delivered a brief memorial message following a cast member's passing.
Peter Parker's beloved uncle whose tragic death instills the core moral lesson of responsibility.
Captain of the MSP Special Investigation Unit who orchestrates the undercover operation against Costello. Queenan recruits and guides Billy Costigan, urging him to stay the course despite severe psychological stress. When Sullivan discovers Queenan is meeting with his mole, Costello's men ambush them. Queenan sacrifices himself to help Costigan escape, only to be pushed to his death from a building.
Grace's long-term husband and a successful divorce lawyer based in San Diego. He announces his love for Sol and decides to leave his wife, an event that drastically upends the lives of both Grace and Frankie and sets the central premise in motion.
Peter Parker's uncle whose death motivates him to use his powers responsibly
Roger is Brenda Strong’s attorney father. Frank approaches him while impersonating a doctor, asking for Brenda’s hand in marriage and for assistance arranging the Louisiana State Bar examination. His professional position makes him an important part of Frank’s attempt to enter Brenda’s family.
Background appearance.
Jaded MACV-SOG operative ordered to navigate upriver and assassinate renegade Colonel Kurtz. Leads a PBR crew, faces psychological strain, and ultimately fulfills his mission by killing Kurtz.
Parodied Vietnam War officer in flashback.
Owner of the D.D.E. company. He evaluates the final presentations for the Western division head position. After rejecting Whitefeather's ideas, he is impressed by Evan's character and notes, offering him the job.
Kit is a 25-year-old garbage collector, troubled greaser, and Korean War veteran who becomes Holly's lover. After Holly's father rejects their relationship, Kit kills him and leads Holly into a violent flight across the badlands, murdering several people before surrendering and being executed for his crimes.
Bud's father and Bluestar Airlines union leader
Martin Sheen has 309 screen credits in a career dating back to 1944. Their work spans 14 cinematic universes — most prominently L.M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables Collection with 3 titles. Signature works include The West Wing, The Departed, Grace and Frankie. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 14 universes
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