Michael Emmet Walsh (1935-2024) was a prolific American character actor whose career spanned over six decades, establishing him as one of the most recognizable faces in American cinema. Specializing in supporting roles, he often portrayed ambiguous, gruff, or corrupt characters, demonstrating remarkable versatility. His most celebrated performances include his portrayal of police captain Bryant in the science fiction classic *Blade Runner* (1982) and the sinister private investigator Loren Visser in the Coen brothers' *Blood Simple* (1984). For the latter role, he gained significant recognition, winning the first Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead. His extensive filmography, which includes over 200 film and television credits, features titles such as *The Jerk*, *Fletch*, *Raising Arizona*, *Romeo + Juliet*, and the more recent *Knives Out* (2019), solidifying his reputation as a reliable and iconic actor.