**Tommy Lee Jones** (born in San Saba, Texas, in 1946) is an American actor known for his intense, laconic, and authoritative acting style.

His film career gained momentum with roles in films such as *JFK* (1991), which earned him his first Academy Award nomination. He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his unforgettable portrayal of Marshal Samuel Gerard in *The Fugitive* (1993). His global fame further grew with the *Men in Black* series, in the role of Agent K.

His most iconic roles also include Sheriff Ed Tom Bell in *No Country for Old Men* (2007) and Thaddeus Stevens in *Lincoln* (2012), for which he received another nomination. Jones is often cast in authoritative roles, as lawmen or military figures, characterized by deep seriousness and a dry intelligence.