Dennis Lipscomb (1942-2014) was a prolific American character actor whose career spanned theater, film, and television. Trained as a Shakespearean actor in London at LAMDA, he dedicated much of his life to the stage, his true passion. After moving to Los Angeles in the 1980s, he became a highly sought-after face, known for his ability to portray authority figures or intellectually intense characters. His most memorable film roles include WarGames (1983), A Soldier's Story (1984), Crossroads (1986), Retribution (1987), and Under Siege (1992). On television, he appeared in numerous successful series, including In the Heat of the Night, Wiseguy, and The X-Files, cementing his reputation as a versatile and reliable actor.