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Robert Hammond Patrick (born November 5, 1958) is an American actor. Known for portraying villains and authority figures,[1] Patrick is a Saturn Award winner with four other nominations.

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Patrick dropped out of college when drama class sparked his interest in acting, and entered film in 1986. After playing a supporting role in Die Hard 2 (1990), he came to prominence as the T-1000, the antagonist of Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) — a role he reprised for cameo appearances in Wayne's World (1992) and Last Action Hero (1993). His other film credits include Fire in the Sky (1993), Striptease (1996), Cop Land (1997), The Faculty (1998), Spy Kids (2001), Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003), Ladder 49 (2004), Walk the Line (2005), Flags of Our Fathers (2006), We Are Marshall (2006), Bridge to Terabithia (2007), The Men Who Stare at Goats (2009), and Safe House (2012).

In television, Patrick played FBI Special Agent John Doggett in The X-Files, Colonel Tom Ryan in The Unit, DHS agent Cabe Gallo in Scorpion, and Auggie Smith / White Dragon in Peacemaker. He has played ongoing roles in series such as 1923, Tulsa King, Reacher, The Outer Limits, The Sopranos, Elvis, Burn Notice, Last Resort, Sons of Anarchy, its spin-off Mayans M.C., Jamie Hawkins in The Night Agent, and From Dusk till Dawn: The Series, and Old Man Logan in the radio drama podcast series Marvel's Wastelanders.

AllMovie journalist Tracie Cooper wrote that, by the conclusion of The X-Files in 2002, Patrick had developed a "solid reputation within the industry", with critics, fans and co-stars alike praising his "work ethic, personality, and consistent performances."[2] Actor and director Jason Bateman described Patrick as "one of the great heavies."[3]

Early life

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Patrick[4] was born in Marietta, Georgia, on November 5, 1958,[2] and raised there, as well as in Boston, Massachusetts; Dayton, Ohio; Detroit, Michigan; and Bay Village, Ohio. He is the eldest of five children born to Nadine and Robert M. Patrick.[5]

Patrick did not start to pursue an acting career until his mid-twenties. During his childhood, he did not like to act. In third grade, Patrick refused to wear a pair of green tights required for Peter Pan.[2] He graduated from Farmington High School in Farmington, Michigan in 1977. Patrick was a track and field and football athlete at Bowling Green State University. He dropped out before graduating when he found an interest in drama and acting.[4] After leaving college, Patrick worked as a house painter and continued as such until a boating accident in 1984 in Lake Erie.[2] He swam for three hours in order to save others still stranded on the accident site, and nearly drowned in doing so.[4] After the accident, he moved to Los Angeles at age 26.

Career

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Patrick in December 2007

Patrick first appeared in several low-budget science-fiction and action films produced by Roger Corman and shot in the Philippines by Cirio H. Santiago.[6] Looking back, he credited his early appearances in films to his "tough-looking exterior".[2] He played leading roles in pictures such as Eye of the Eagle, Equalizer 2000 or Future Hunters. Patrick later commented that his experience with Santiago had been his "film school". The B movies he made in the Philippines helped him get a SAG card.[6] Patrick's first major Hollywood film was Die Hard 2, in a small part as a henchman for Colonel Stuart, before landing the role of the T-1000, the villain of James Cameron's Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991), which proved to be his most famous and breakthrough role. Cameron said he chose Patrick because of his physical appearance, which he felt fit the role. Patrick was "broke" at the time, living in a cheap apartment with his girlfriend, Barbara, whom he married during shooting. He has credited the film with starting his career.[2][7]

After Terminator 2, Patrick landed roles in various feature films such as Last Action Hero, Fire in the Sky (both 1993) and Striptease (1996). Because of his fondness for martial arts, Patrick starred in two martial arts films titled Double Dragon and Hong Kong 97, both released in 1994, and even had a fight scene with taekwondo master Hwang Jang-Lee in Future Hunters (1988).

His performance in Fire in the Sky led The X-Files creator Chris Carter to cast him in that series for the role of John Doggett. Patrick's brother, Richard, had previously worked for the series by adding music for the soundtrack albums Songs in the Key of X: Music from and Inspired by the X-Files in 1996 and The X-Files: The Album in 1998. Patrick was cast as Doggett in 2000. The X-Files was canceled two seasons later, after Duchovny left the show following season 7, which resulted in low ratings for the show. Patrick made several appearances on many genre magazines, with TV Guide going so far as to label him one of the Ten Sexiest Men of Sci-Fi.[2]

In 2000, Patrick appeared in three episodes of The Sopranos ("The Happy Wanderer", "Bust Out" and "Funhouse") as David "Davey" Scatino, a store owner struggling with gambling debts owed to Richie Aprile and Tony Soprano. Four years later, he made a guest appearance in the pilot episodes for Sci-Fi Channel's original series Stargate Atlantis, "Rising", as the military component commander of the Atlantis expedition, Marshall Sumner. He accepted the role, since he had worked with the same crew on The Outer Limits, a series which he appeared in during the early 1990s.[7]

Patrick played Johnny Cash's father, Ray Cash, in the film Walk the Line and Elvis's father, Vernon Presley in the miniseries Elvis.[8] In 2003, he appeared in Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle, which reunited him with his Striptease co-star, Demi Moore. He had a regular role on The Unit,[9] and played Elvis Presley in Lonely Street (2009).[10] In October 2006, he starred in the WWE Films production The Marine as Rome.[11] He also appeared in We Are Marshall as Marshall University head coach Rick Tolley, who lost his life when Southern Airways Flight 932 crashed in 1970.[12] His credits also include a guest starring role in the Lost episode "Outlaws", as well as a recurring role as the voice of Master Piandao in season 3 of the Nickelodeon animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender. Patrick played a supporting role in Firewall, a 2006 action film starring Harrison Ford. He has also appeared in Meat Loaf's music video "Objects in the Rear View Mirror May Appear Closer than They Are" with Will Estes.[13]

Director McG, who directed Terminator Salvation, said that he wanted to reintroduce characters from the previous Terminator films: "I like the idea and the perspective for the next picture that you meet Robert Patrick the way he looks today, and he's a scientist that's working on, you know, improving cell replication so we can stay healthier and we can cure diabetes and do all these things that sound like good ideas, and to once again live as idealized expressions as ourselves."[14] Patrick also starred in the psychological thriller The Black Water of Echo's Pond, which was directed by Italian filmmaker Gabriel Bologna.[15] In recent years, he has appeared in such television series as Burn Notice, NCIS and True Blood, among others. From 2012 to 2013, he also starred in Last Resort as Chief of the Boat Joseph Prosser. He played a supporting character in Identity Thief (2013). From 2014 to 2016, he starred in Robert Rodriguez's From Dusk till Dawn: The Series as Jacob Fuller. He also played Agent Cabe Gallo on the CBS drama series Scorpion from 2014 to 2018.

Robert Patrick at German Comic Con 2018

On March 28, 2017, Patrick was cast in Amazon Video horror anthology series Lore, which is based on the award-winning and critically acclaimed podcast of the same name. Lore recounts true stories of frightening and paranormal occurrences. Lore premiered on October 13, 2017,[16] and ran for two seasons. In 2021, Patrick starred in Rushed, co-produced by Lars von Trier's Zentropa Entertainment, and written by Siobhan Fallon Hogan.[17] Also starring Jake Weary and Peri Gilpin, Vertical Entertainment has acquired the distribution rights.[18] In 2022, Robert Patrick played Auggie Smith / White Dragon, the racist supervillain father of Peacemaker in the HBO Max series Peacemaker,[19] and he voiced Wolverine in the Marvel's Wastelanders: Wolverine podcast.[20]

Personal life

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Patrick married actress Barbara Hooper in 1990. They have appeared together in various films and TV shows such as Zero Tolerance and The X-Files.[2] They have two children: a son and a daughter. His younger brother is musician Richard Patrick, the lead singer of Filter and former touring guitarist for Nine Inch Nails.

Patrick is a devout Episcopalian. He is also a member of the Boozefighters motorcycle club.[21]

In August 2022, Patrick revealed for the first time that he struggled with substance abuse early on in his career and how it affected his momentum of procuring different acting roles after Terminator 2.[22]

Robert became co-owner of Santa Clarita Harley-Davidson with Oliver Shokouh in September 2018.[23]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
1986 Future Hunters Slade
1987 Warlords from Hell
Eye of the Eagle Johnny Ransom
Equalizer 2000 Deke
Killer Instinct Johnny Ransom
1989 Hollywood Boulevard II Cameraman
1990 Die Hard 2 O'Reilly
1991 Terminator 2: Judgment Day T-1000
1992 Wayne's World Cameo
1993 Fire in the Sky Mike Rogers
Last Action Hero T-1000 Cameo
Broken Cop Uncredited
1994 Double Dragon Victor Guisman / Koga Shuko
The Cool Surface Jarvis Scott
Body Shot Mickey Dane
Hong Kong 97 Reginald Cameron
Zero Tolerance Jeff Douglas
1995 Decoy Jack Travis
Last Gasp Leslie Chase
1996 T2 3-D: Battle Across Time T-1000 Universal Studios attraction
Striptease Darrell Grant
1997 Cop Land Officer Jack Rucker
Rosewood Fanny's Lover
Hacks 'Goatee'
The Only Thrill Tom McHenry
Asylum Nicholas Tordone
1998 The Vivero Letter James Wheeler
Ambushed Shannon Herrold
Renegade Force Jake McInroy
The Faculty Coach Joe Willis
Tactical Assault Colonel Lee Banning
1999 From Dusk Till Dawn 2: Texas Blood Money Buck Bowers Direct-to-video
A Texas Funeral Zach
Shogun Cop Detective
2000 Mexico City Ambassador Mills
All the Pretty Horses Cole
2001 Spy Kids Mr. Lisp
Texas Rangers Sergeant John Armstrong
Backflash Ray Bennet
Angels Don't Sleep Here Detective Russell Stark
2002 Out of These Rooms John Michael
Pavement Samuel Brown
Ticker FBI Agent Segment for the BMW short film series The Hire
Uncredited
D-Tox Peter Noah
2003 Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle Ray Carter
2004 Ladder 49 Lenny Richter
2005 Supercross Earl Cole
Walk the Line Ray Cash
The Fix Shay Riley
2006 Firewall Gary Mitchell
The Marine Rome
Flags of Our Fathers Colonel Chandler Johnson
We Are Marshall Head Coach Rick Tolley Uncredited
2007 Bridge to Terabithia Jack Aarons
Balls of Fury Sergeant Pete Daytona
2008 Fly Me to the Moon Louie Voice[24]
Strange Wilderness Gus Hayden
2009 Autopsy Dr. David Benway
Alien Trespass Vernon
Lonely Street Mr. Aaron
The Black Waters of Echo's Pond Pete
The Men Who Stare at Goats Todd Nixon
2010 Five Minarets in New York Becker
The Wrath of Cain Warden Dean
2011 S.W.A.T.: Firefight Walter Hatch
Red Faction: Origins Alec Mason
Good Day for It Luke Cain
2012 Safe House CIA Agent Daniel Kiefer
Trouble with the Curve Vince
Jayne Mansfield's Car Jim 'Jimbo' Caldwell
Mafia Jules Dupree
2013 Gangster Squad Officer Max Kennard
Lovelace John Boreman
Identity Thief Skiptracer
2014 Endless Love Harry Elliot
Kill the Messenger Ronald J. Quail
The Road Within Robert
Ask Me Anything Doug Kampenfelt
2015 Lost After Dark Mr. C.
Hellions Corman
Hollywood Adventures Studio Guard #1/T-1000 Cameo- Chinese film
2017 Eloise Dr. H.H. Greiss
Last Rampage Gary Tison
2018 Edge of Fear Jack Pryor
Back Roads Chief Mansour
2019 Sgt. Will Gardner Tony
The Poison Rose Chief Bing Walsh
The Rising Hawk Zakhar Berkut
The Laundromat Captain Richard Paris
Tone-Deaf Harvey
2020 Honest Thief Agent Sam Baker
2021 No Man of God Roger Depue
What Josiah Saw Josiah Graham
The Protégé Billy 'Billy Boy'
Rushed Jim O'Brien
2023 Dark Asset Dr. Cain
Shelter in Solitude Dwayne

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
1989 The New Lassie Russ Episode: "Once Upon a Time..."
1992 Tales from the Crypt Lothar Episode: "The New Arrival"
1993 SWAT Kats: The Radical Squadron Dr. Lieter Greenbox Voice, episode: "Chaos in Crystal"
1994 Captain Planet Professor Posey Voice, episode: "Bug Off"
1995 Body Language Delbert Radley Television film
1995–1996 The Outer Limits Major John Skokes Guest role; 2 episodes
1995 Dumb and Dumber Bee Guard, Cop Voice, episode: "To Bee or Not to Bee"[24]
1996–1997 The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest Race Bannon Voice, main role (season 1)[24]
1996 Superman: The Animated Series Martin LeBeau Voice, episode: "Feeding Time"[24]
1997 Rag and Bone Sergeant Daniel Ryan Television film
The Legend of Calamity Jane John Wesley Hardin Voice, English dub[24]
1998 Perfect Assassins Leo Benita Television film
1999 The Angry Beavers Wingnut Voice, episode: "Easy Peasy Rider"[24]
2000 The Sopranos David Scatino Guest role; 3 episodes
Batman Beyond Richard Armacost Voice, episode: "Big Time"[24]
2000–2002 The X-Files John Doggett Main role; 41 episodes
2003 1st to Die Nicholas Jenks Television film
2004 Bad Apple Colonel Tom Ryanmy "Bells" Bellavita
Stargate Atlantis Colonel Marshall Sumner Episode: "Rising"
2005 Lost Hibbs Episode: "Outlaws"
Duck Dodgers J. Edgar Ashcan Voice, episode: "Of Course You Know, This Means War and Peace: Part I"[24]
Elvis Vernon Presley Miniseries
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Ray Schenkel Episode: "Demons"
2006 Ben 10 Phil Billings Voice, episode: "Truth"[24]
2006–2009 The Unit Colonel Tom Ryan Main role; 69 episodes
Disorderly Conduct: Video on Patrol Narrator Voice
2007–2008 Avatar: The Last Airbender Master Piandao Voice, 2 episodes[24]
2008 The Batman Katar Hol / Hawkman
2009 Hell's Kitchen Himself Red guest diner; episode: "9 Chefs Compete"
American Dad! Stranger Voice, episode: "In Country...Club"
NCIS Colonel Merton Bell Episode: "Outlaws and In-Laws"
2010 Psych Major General Felts Episode: "You Can't Handle This Episode"
Chuck Colonel Keller Episode: "Chuck Versus the Tic Tac"
Burn Notice John Barrett Guest role; 2 episodes
2011 Big Love Bud Mayberry
2012–2014 True Blood Jackson Herveaux Main role; 12 episodes
2012 Last Resort Command Master Chief Petty Officer Joseph Prosser Main role; 13 episodes
2013–2014 Sons of Anarchy President Les Packer Guest role; 2 episodes (seasons 6–7)
2014 Community Head of Parking Waldron Episode: "Analysis of Cork-Based Networking"
From Dusk till Dawn: The Series Jacob Fuller Main cast (season 1); 10 episodes
2014–2018 Scorpion Agent Cabe Gallo Main role; 93 episodes
2015 Ultimate Spider-Man Robert Frank / Whizzer Voice, episode: "S.H.I.E.L.D. Academy"[24]
2017 Lore Reverend Eliakim Phelps Episode: "Passing Notes"
2018–2019 Mayans M.C. President Les Packer 2 episodes
2020 Perry Mason Herman Baggerly Recurring role
2021 The Walking Dead Mays Episode: "One More"[25]
MacGyver Ian Cain Episode: "SOS + Hazmat + Ultrasound + Frequency + Malihini"
Goliath Coach (Billy's Father) Recurring role; 4 episodes
2022–present Peacemaker Auggie Smith / White Dragon / Blue Dragon Main role
2022–25 1923 Sheriff William McDowell Recurring role
2023–25 The Night Agent Hawkins 3 episodes
2023 Praise Petey Various Voice, 2 episodes
2023–24 Reacher Shane Langston Main role (Season 2)
2025–present Tulsa King Jeremiah Dunmire Main role (Season 3-)

Video games

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Year Title Role Notes
1992 Terminator 2: Judgment Day T-1000 Voice and performance capture
1995 The Dig Commander Boston Low Voice[24]
2005 The Outfit 'Deuce' Williams
2013 LocoCycle S.P.I.K.E. Voice
2020 Madden NFL 21 Coach Red O'Brien Voice and Model
2025 Mortal Kombat 1 T-1000 Voice and Model, original game released in 2023

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category Work Result
1992 MTV Movie Awards Best Villain Terminator 2: Judgment Day Nominated
Saturn Awards Best Supporting Actor Nominated
1994 Best Actor Fire in the Sky Nominated
2001 Best Actor on Television The X-Files Won
2002 Nominated
2005 Jury Awards Best Actor The Fix Won

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Robert Hammond Patrick (born November 5, 1958) is an American actor renowned for his intense portrayals of villains, antiheroes, and authority figures across film and television. Best known for his breakthrough role as the relentless liquid-metal assassin in (1991), Patrick has built a career spanning over four decades with more than 150 credits, including notable performances in (1990), (1993), (2005), and television series such as (1999–2007), (1993–2002), and Peacemaker (2022–present). His work often emphasizes physicality and menace, earning him critical acclaim and a on Television in 2001 for playing FBI Special Agent on , along with several nominations for the same honor. Born in Marietta, Georgia, Patrick was raised in several cities, including Boston, Massachusetts; Dayton and Cleveland, Ohio; and Detroit, Michigan, due to his father's banking career. He attended Bowling Green State University in Ohio but dropped out in his mid-twenties after a drama class ignited his passion for acting, leading him to work as a house painter in the Cleveland area while dreaming of Hollywood. A pivotal near-death boating accident on Lake Erie in the early 1980s prompted him to relocate to Los Angeles with little money, living in his car initially before landing his film debut in the low-budget sci-fi actioner Equalizer 2000 (1987). His early career featured supporting roles as tough antagonists, such as the mercenary O'Reilly in Die Hard 2, before Terminator 2—directed by James Cameron—catapulted him to stardom, showcasing his athletic build and chilling screen presence opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger. In his personal life, Patrick has been married to Barbara Hooper since November 24, 1990; the couple will mark their 35th anniversary on November 24, 2025, and share two children, daughter Austin and son Samuel. A lifelong enthusiast, he is a member of the historic and co-owns of Santa Clarita in , often crediting his family and riding passion for grounding his professional life. Patrick identifies as a devout Episcopalian and has been involved in philanthropy, including builds alongside his club.

Early life

Upbringing and family

Robert Hammond Patrick Jr. was born on November 5, 1958, in . He was the eldest of five children born to Nadine Patrick and Robert M. Patrick. His siblings include younger brothers , a musician best known as the founder and lead singer of the rock band Filter, and Lewis Patrick, as well as sisters Karen and Cheri. The Patrick family relocated frequently during Robert's childhood due to his father's work, living in ; Boston, Massachusetts; ; Detroit, Michigan; and Cleveland, Ohio. These moves exposed him to diverse environments across the , shaping his early experiences. In 1984, at age 25, Patrick experienced a near-fatal boating accident on , which became a pivotal formative moment in his young adulthood.

Education and early interests

Patrick's family relocated frequently during his childhood, leading him to attend multiple high schools across states including Georgia, , , and . He ultimately completed his secondary education at Farmington High School in , graduating in 1977 after staying with another family following his parents' move to . Following high school, Patrick enrolled at in , where he attempted to join the football team as a walk-on player. However, he departed after just one week, determining that he was neither academically inclined nor passionate about continuing his studies there. Despite harboring a longtime interest in , he set aside those aspirations due to familial expectations and instead entered the workforce, taking entry-level positions such as a in , where a coworker suggested he try modeling, and later working as a house painter to make ends meet. A transformative boating accident on Lake Erie in 1984, during which Patrick—piloting a 30-foot vessel with four companions, including his brother Richard—saw the boat capsize and sink in a sudden storm, prompted him to reevaluate his path and commit to pursuing acting professionally. Stranded in rough waters, he swam approximately 3.5 miles to shore over three hours to summon rescue help, nearly drowning from exhaustion in the process. He briefly considered a career in advertising as a more conventional alternative but ultimately flipped a coin to decide between New York and Los Angeles, landing on the latter; in late 1984, he drove west with few possessions, initially living out of his car while continuing odd jobs like house painting to survive. This relocation marked his deliberate entry into the performing arts, as he began seeking auditions and building connections in the industry to transition from manual labor to on-stage and on-screen opportunities.

Career

Breakthrough in film

Robert Patrick's entry into film acting occurred through low-budget productions in the late 1980s. He made his screen debut in a small role as Deke, a bar patron in the post-apocalyptic Equalizer 2000 (1987), directed by . This was followed by minor appearances, including as the henchman in the action thriller Die Hard 2 (1990), marking his first involvement in a major Hollywood production. Patrick's breakthrough arrived with his portrayal of the , the advanced liquid-metal cyborg assassin, in James Cameron's (1991). To prepare, he underwent several months of intense physical training, including specialized sprinting regimens and to convey a relentless, machine-like efficiency, such as running without blinking or unnecessary movement. The role pioneered early techniques, where Patrick's movements were digitized at to blend with CGI effects for the character's shape-shifting abilities. His chilling, nearly silent performance as the unstoppable villain earned widespread critical praise, contributing to the film's four and grossing over $520 million worldwide, while cementing Patrick's image as a intense antagonist and leading to subsequent in similar roles. In the mid-1990s, Patrick continued to take on villainous and supporting parts that highlighted his physicality and brooding presence. He played Mike Rogers, the enigmatic friend suspected in an case, in the sci-fi drama (1993); the power-hungry crime lord Koga Shuko in the adaptation (1994); and the sleazy ex-husband Darrell Grant in the comedy-drama (1996). These roles further showcased his ability to embody menacing figures in genre films. By the late 1990s, Patrick transitioned to more prominent supporting roles as authority figures, appearing as Sylvester Carrier, a Black musician and resident defending his community during the Rosewood massacre, in the historical drama Rosewood (1997), which depicted the 1923 racial violence in Florida, and as the infected high school coach Willis in the sci-fi horror The Faculty (1998). Over the period from 1987 to 1999, he accumulated approximately 20 film credits, establishing a solid reputation for delivering taut, physically demanding performances that often blurred the line between human menace and otherworldly threat.

Television roles

Robert Patrick's early television work included guest appearances in various series and made-for-TV movies during the and , but his major breakthrough on the small screen came with a recurring role as the gambling-addicted sporting goods store owner David "Davey" Scatino on HBO's from 1999 to 2001. His portrayal of the beleaguered character, who becomes entangled in the mob's orbit due to mounting debts, spanned three episodes and showcased Patrick's ability to convey vulnerability beneath a tough exterior. Patrick's most prominent television role arrived shortly after with the lead part of FBI Special Agent on from 2000 to 2002, where he replaced David Duchovny's as the male co-lead opposite Gillian Anderson's . Introduced in season eight as a skeptical investigator assigned to the unit, Doggett's dynamic with Scully evolved into a strong professional partnership, earning praise for Patrick's grounded performance that helped stabilize the series during a transitional period. Over 40 episodes, his portrayal emphasized Doggett's no-nonsense demeanor and moral integrity, contributing to the show's renewed momentum before its initial conclusion. In the mid-2000s, Patrick starred as Colonel Tom Ryan, the no-nonsense leader of a covert unit, on CBS's drama from 2006 to 2009. As the team's , Ryan navigated high-stakes missions and personal sacrifices, allowing Patrick to explore themes of and in the action-oriented series created by . The role highlighted his versatility in the genre, blending intense tactical sequences with emotional depth across four seasons. During the 2010s, Patrick took on recurring roles that further diversified his television portfolio, including as Jackson Herveaux, the estranged werewolf father of Alcide on HBO's True Blood from 2013 to 2014. Promoted to series regular for season six, Herveaux's arc involved reconciling with his son amid supernatural conflicts, with Patrick delivering a nuanced performance as a flawed, resilient pack leader over 12 episodes. He also appeared as Les Packer, the tough president of the San Bernardino chapter of the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club, starting in season six of FX's Sons of Anarchy in 2013. Packer's interactions with the central SAMCRO group added layers to the biker drama's inter-club politics across multiple episodes in the later seasons. In the 2020s, Patrick continued to secure prominent television parts, notably as Auggie Smith, the white supremacist father of the titular antihero and alter ego , on Max's Peacemaker starting in 2022. His chilling depiction of the abusive, ideologically extreme patriarch drove much of the series' emotional conflict, with Patrick reprising the role in season two amid the show's expansion in the . He portrayed William McDowell, a steadfast ally to the Dutton family, on Paramount+'s 1923 from 2022 to 2025, embodying in the Yellowstone prequel across both seasons. In 2023, Patrick played Shane Langston, the cunning head of security for a defense contractor and key , on Prime Video's Reacher season two. Most recently, he joined season three of Paramount+'s in 2025 as Jeremiah Dunmire, a ruthless magnate clashing with Sylvester Stallone's mobster protagonist.

Later career and recent projects

In the 2000s, Patrick expanded his film career with supporting roles that showcased his ability to portray grounded, authoritative figures. He appeared as veteran firefighter Lenny Richter in Ladder 49 (2004), a role that highlighted the camaraderie and dangers faced by first responders alongside Joaquin Phoenix and John Travolta. In Walk the Line (2005), he embodied Ray Cash, the stern father of Johnny Cash, contributing to the biopic's depiction of the musician's early life and family dynamics. His performance as Colonel Chandler Johnson in Clint Eastwood's Flags of Our Fathers (2006) further demonstrated his skill in historical dramas, playing a Marine officer during the Battle of Iwo Jima. During the 2010s, Patrick frequently took on antagonistic characters in thrillers, leveraging his intense screen presence. In Safe House (2012), he played CIA Deputy Director Daniel Kiefer, a high-ranking official entangled in a web of espionage and betrayal. He portrayed Officer Max Kennard, a tough LAPD detective, in the period crime film Gangster Squad (2013), part of a vigilante unit targeting mobster Mickey Cohen. In Kill the Messenger (2014), Patrick assumed the role of Ronald J. Quail, a CIA executive whose actions complicate journalist Gary Webb's investigation into the agency's scandals. Patrick also ventured into voice acting during this period, lending his distinctive voice to animated projects. He voiced Master Piandao, a skilled swordsman and mentor, in Avatar: The Last Airbender (2007–2008), adding depth to the series' themes of discipline and legacy. His varied film roles included authority figures in diverse genres, reflecting a broadening range beyond pure villainy. In the 2020s, Patrick's career has sustained momentum with a mix of action, drama, and independent films. He played FBI Agent Sam Baker in the action thriller Honest Thief (2020), pursuing a retired bank robber played by Liam Neeson. In Shelter in Solitude (2023), he depicted a prison warden grappling with personal isolation amid a story of unlikely bonds on death row. Upcoming projects include Hounds of War (2024), where he joins an ensemble in a high-stakes action narrative. By 2025, Patrick has accumulated over 150 acting credits across film, television, and voice work, marking his enduring presence in Hollywood. His roles have evolved toward nuanced authority figures—often , , or paternal types—balancing intensity with complexity, as seen in his expanded television commitments like the third season of , where he portrays the formidable liquor kingpin Jeremiah Dunmire.

Personal life

Marriage and children

Robert Patrick married actress Barbara Patrick (née Hooper) on November 24, 1990, at Hollywood Methodist Church. The couple, who have been together for over four decades, marked their 35th wedding anniversary in November 2025 with plans for a low-key celebration, including autocamping with their dogs. Patrick has described his wife as a "super-wife," crediting her unwavering support for his passions and career, which he says has been essential to his professional stability amid Hollywood's demands. The family maintains a notably private life, rarely sharing details beyond occasional public acknowledgments of milestones, allowing them to focus on personal bonds away from the spotlight. Patrick and Barbara have two children: daughter Austin Jessica Patrick and son Samuel Robert James Patrick. Austin, an and based in , graduated from with a BA in film and television and has appeared in projects such as Rushed (2021) and I, Challenger (2022). Samuel, a bicoastal , singer, and , was drawn to the industry from a young age due to his family's acting background and has pursued multifaceted creative work in and New York. Patrick often expresses profound pride in both children publicly, emphasizing unconditional love and their individual paths in the arts. In August 2022, Patrick publicly discussed his past struggles with during an interview, revealing that he had secretly battled intense early in his career, prior to his breakout role in (1991). He quit "" to prepare for the physically demanding part but later relapsed; he achieved lasting in 1996, with no relapses since that time, and has since channeled his experiences into a more grounded family-oriented life. While Patrick has highlighted the stabilizing role of his family in his overall recovery and personal growth, he maintains that their support has been pivotal in sustaining his career and well-being post-recovery.

Business ventures and hobbies

In 2018, Robert Patrick became co-owner of of Santa Clarita, a dealership located in , partnering with local businessman Oliver Shokouh to expand its operations and community involvement. This venture stems from his longstanding passion for motorcycles, which he has described as a transformative outlet that provided structure and purpose during personal challenges. Patrick actively participates in dealership events, including grand openings and rides, to promote the brand and foster rider camaraderie, such as the 2024 facility unveiling that drew enthusiasts from across the region. Patrick's enthusiasm for motorcycling extends to his membership in the , which he joined in the , drawn to its emphasis on brotherhood, road trips, and non-competitive riding culture rather than speed or racing. The club, founded in 1946, aligns with his appreciation for vintage Harley-Davidsons and group adventures, including cross-country journeys along historic routes like Route 66, where he values the shared experiences over formal competitions. He has clarified that the operates as a social riding group, not a , highlighting its focus on mutual support and maintenance among members. Through the club, Patrick has engaged in philanthropy, including leading fundraising rides for , such as a 2009 for Orange County Habitat's Homes for Heroes project supporting disabled veterans. Beyond motorcycles, Patrick practices the Episcopalian faith devoutly, crediting it with providing spiritual grounding and resilience in his daily life. He engages in family-oriented activities, such as shared outings and home life with his wife and children, which he prioritizes as a counterbalance to his professional demands. Occasionally, he collaborates on music projects with his younger brother, , the lead singer of the rock band Filter, including studio sessions that reflect their close sibling bond and mutual interest in creative expression. Patrick has spoken about his recovery from issues in the 1990s, noting that sobriety since 1996—supported by his faith, family, and motorcycle community—has been integral to his personal stability, though he is not affiliated with formal organizations.

Filmography

Film

Robert Patrick has appeared in over 80 feature films since his debut in 1987, often portraying tough, authoritative, or antagonistic characters in action, thriller, and genres.

1980s and 1990s

His early roles were in low-budget action films, leading to his breakthrough in major Hollywood productions.
YearFilmRole
1986Future HuntersSlade
1987Deke
1987Johnny Ransom
1988Hollywood Boulevard IICameraman
1990Oswald Cochrane
1991 (notable for the motion-capture liquid metal assassin role)
1992Bad Cop
1993Mike Rogers
1993 (archive footage)
1994Koga Shuko
1995DecoyTravis
1996Darrell Grant
1997Billy Taggert
1998Coach Willis
1998AmbushedJack Farrell
1999From Dusk Till Dawn 2: Texas Blood MoneyBuck

2000s

Patrick continued with supporting roles in family films, action thrillers, and biopics during this period.
YearFilmRole
2000All the Pretty HorsesPat
2001Spy KidsMr. Lisp
2001Texas RangersSgt. Armstrong
2002D-ToxJack
2003Charlie's Angels: Full ThrottleRay Carter
2004Ladder 49Lenny Richter
2005Walk the LineRay Cash (notable portrayal of Johnny Cash's father)
2005SupercrossEarl Cole
2006The MarineRome
2006FirewallGary Mitchell
2007Bridge to TerabithiaMr. Aarons
2009The Men Who Stare at GoatsTodd Nixon

2010s

In the 2010s, he took on diverse roles in ensemble casts and independent films.
YearFilmRole
2010Kill SpeedAgent Wright
2011Good Day for ItDale
2012Vince
2012Matt Wilder
2013Skiptracer
2013Gangster SquadMax Kennard
2013LovelaceJohn J. Boreman
2014Kill the MessengerRonald J. Quail
2014Endless LoveHugh Butterfield
2014Dr. Robert Rose

2020s

Recent projects include biographical dramas and action films, with upcoming releases as of 2025.
YearFilmRole
2020Agent Sam Minks
2021Moody
2022ElvisVernon Presley (notable as Elvis Presley's father)
2023Dark AssetGeorg
2023Shelter in SolitudeWarden (brief appearance as )
2024Hounds of WarRole TBD
2026MermaidRole TBD

Television

Robert Patrick began his television career in the mid-1980s with guest appearances in various series, gradually transitioning to more prominent recurring and leading roles in the and beyond. His television work encompasses a wide range of genres, from dramas and sci-fi to action, with over 50 credits including one-off guest spots, , and long-running series. The following table lists his television appearances chronologically, noting roles and episode counts where applicable.
YearsTitleRoleEpisodes/Notes
1984RiptideDrummond1 episode, guest spot
1985The HitchhikerUnknown1 episode, guest spot
1986The EqualizerLyle1 episode, guest spot
1987Beauty and the BeastJesse1 episode (pilot), guest
1987–1988The New Adventures of Beans BaxterB.R. 'Beans' Baxter Sr.4 episodes, recurring
1988Midnight CallerUnknown1 episode, guest spot
1989BaywatchUnknown1 episode, guest spot
1990Tales from the CryptJamie1 episode, guest spot
1993Fallen AngelsEddie Franks1 episode, guest spot
2000The SopranosDavid Scatino3 episodes, recurring
2000–2002The X-FilesJohn DoggettSeasons 8–9, main role, 40 episodes
1996High TideUnknown1 episode, guest spot
1997MillenniumUnknown1 episode, guest spot
2004North ShoreUnknown1 episode, guest spot
2006Ghost WhispererCarl1 episode, guest spot
2008Cold CaseLucky1 episode, guest spot
2009CommunityMr. Winger1 episode, guest spot
2011True BloodJackson Herveaux1 episode (season 4), recurring in season 7 (total 5 episodes)
2013Hawaii Five-0Richard Davies1 episode, guest spot
2013–2014Sons of AnarchyLes Packer4 episodes (seasons 6–7), recurring
2013–2014Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.General Grove1 episode, guest spot
2014From Dusk Till Dawn: The SeriesJacob Fuller9 episodes (season 1), main role
2014Gang RelatedSam Chapel13 episodes, main role
2014–2018ScorpionCabe Gallo93 episodes, main role
2017LoreReverend Eliakim Phelps1 episode, guest spot
2018The Guest BookUnknown1 episode, guest spot
2020Perry MasonHerman BaggerlyRecurring role, 4 episodes
2020The Morning ShowUnknown1 episode, guest spot
2022PeacemakerAuggie Smith / White Dragon8 episodes, main role, ongoing series
2022–20231923Sheriff William McDowell8 episodes (season 1), main role
2023ReacherShane Langston6 episodes (season 2), recurring
2025–Tulsa KingJeremiah DunmireMain role (season 3)

Video games

Robert Patrick has contributed to video games primarily through and , drawing on his intense physicality and authoritative vocal delivery honed in live-action roles. His game credits are relatively sparse, focusing on character performances that emphasize tough, commanding figures across genres from to action. The following table lists his notable video game roles:
YearTitleRoleNotes
1991Voice and performance capture.
1995The DigCommander Boston LowVoice.
2006The OutfitDeuce WilliamsVoice.
2006 – The Burning EarthPiandaoVoice.
2011Voice.
2013S.P.I.K.E.Voice and live-action performance.
These roles highlight Patrick's versatility in , where his work often mirrors the kinetic intensity seen in his portrayals.

Awards and nominations

Wins

Robert Patrick has garnered a total of five awards across his career, with wins spanning , horror, and festivals. These accolades highlight his versatility in portraying intense, authoritative characters in genre work. His most prominent win came in 2001, when he received the on Television from the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films for his role as FBI Special Agent in the eighth season of . Presented at the 27th ceremony on June 12, 2001, this honor recognized Patrick's grounded, no-nonsense performance that helped transition the series following David Duchovny's departure, contributing to the show's enduring legacy in television. Patrick also received the Jury Award for at the 2005 Temecula Valley International for his lead role as ex-boxer Shay Riley in the short drama The Fix, directed by Brett Roth. The award, given by the festival's jury for outstanding performances in independent shorts, spotlighted his intense depiction of paternal obsession and regret, showcasing his range beyond blockbuster roles. In recognition of his overall contributions to , Patrick was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2013 Gulf Coast & Video Festival, celebrating his decades-long career in diverse genres from action to drama. In 2020, Patrick received the Patriot Award at the Garden State Film Festival, recognizing his contributions to film and his embodiment of American values through his roles. On August 4, 2024, Patrick was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the inaugural Cobb International Film Festival in , his hometown, honoring his four-decade career.

Nominations

Robert Patrick has earned recognition primarily in and television, with multiple nominations from awards celebrating , fantasy, and horror. His nominations highlight his portrayals of intense, authoritative characters, spanning from the early to the early . These accolades underscore his impact in cult-favorite projects, though he did not secure wins in these instances. The majority of Patrick's nominations come from the , presented by the Academy of , Fantasy and Horror Films, where he was nominated four times for standout roles in genre works. These include his breakthrough as the relentless in (1991), earning a nod for in 1992; his lead performance as abductee Mike Rogers in (1993), nominated for in 1994; his chilling coach in (1998), recognized for in 1999; and his portrayal of FBI Agent on (1993–2002), nominated for in a Television Series in 2002. Beyond the , Patrick received genre-specific honors from other outlets. In 1992, he was nominated for the Movie + TV Award for Best Villain for , reflecting the film's massive cultural footprint. Additionally, for his menacing role in , he earned a 1999 Chainsaw Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, a fan-voted prize celebrating horror excellence.
YearAwardCategoryNominated Work
1992Saturn AwardBest Supporting Actor
1992MTV Movie + TV AwardBest Villain
1994Saturn AwardBest Actor
1999Saturn AwardBest Supporting Actor
1999Fangoria Chainsaw AwardBest Supporting Actor
2002Saturn AwardBest Actor in a Television Series
Overall, Patrick has accumulated at least six major nominations across these awards from 1992 to 2002, emphasizing his niche prominence in sci-fi and horror without broader mainstream award contention like Emmys or Golden Globes.

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