**Keenan Wynn (1916-1986)** was a prolific American character actor, son of the celebrated comedian Ed Wynn. His long film career, spanning over forty years, saw him distinguish himself through his remarkable versatility and his ability to portray gruff, authoritarian, or ambiguous characters.

Wynn is remembered for often portraying military figures, cynical businessmen, or antagonists, but also comedic roles. Among his most iconic performances are Colonel Bat Guano in Stanley Kubrick's **"Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb"** (1964), the villainous Alonzo P. Hawk in Disney's **"The Absent-Minded Professor"** (1961), and Yost in **"Point Blank"** (1967). His imposing screen presence and distinctive voice made him a recognizable and appreciated figure in Hollywood.