Jon Gries

JON GRIES (Sheriff Ernie) Gries is perhaps best known for his role as Uncle Rico in NAPOLEON DYNAMITE, in which he was nominated for an INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARD. In television, he played Broots in NBC’s THE PRETENDER for four seasons. He currently recurs on ABC’s LOST, playing Roger Linus.

A native of Glendale, CA, veteran actor Jon Gries has appeared in numerous films including REAL GENIUS, RUNNING SCARED, GET SHORTY, JACKPOT, and THE ASTRONAUT FARMER.

Jon comes from a long line of successful artists and musicians. He recently directed the independent feature, PICKIN’ & GRINNIN’ about musicians chasing their dreams.