**Chris Penn (1965-2006)** was an American actor, the younger brother of the more famous Sean Penn, known for his charismatic presence and his roles as a character actor.

His film career began in the 1980s. Among his early successes, the cult film *Footloose* (1984) stands out, where he played the protagonist's loyal friend. However, it was with Quentin Tarantino's **"Reservoir Dogs" (1992)** that Penn delivered one of his most memorable performances as "Nice Guy Eddie Cabot," an ambivalent character, at times menacing and loyal to the boss.

Penn was often cast as tough characters, men with complex personalities, henchmen, or shady figures, yet with surprising versatility that allowed him to range from drama to comedy. Other significant appearances include **"True Romance" (1993)**, Abel Ferrara's **"The Funeral" (1996)**, and **"Starsky & Hutch" (2004)**, where he demonstrated his ability to make even secondary roles authentic. His career was marked by intense performances and an unmistakable "tough guy with a fragile heart" style.