Gary Werntz

Gary Werntz

76 · Born: Jul 24, 1948

Personal Details

BornJul 24, 1948
Spouse
  • Mimi Leder

    ( Jan 26, 1986 to Jul 8, 2025 )
  • Rebecca Adolfina Brenner

    ( Dec 5, 1973 to Oct 26, 1981 )
Relatives
  • Stefanie Leder (Niece or Nephew)

Biography

Gary Werntz, a multifaceted individual, emerged into the world on July 24, 1948, marking the beginning of a life filled with creative endeavors and personal milestones.

As a talented actor and producer, Werntz has left an indelible mark on the film industry, with notable credits including Pay It Forward (2000),On the Basis of Sex (2018),and The Peacemaker (1997).

Beyond his professional pursuits, Werntz's personal life has been marked by significant relationships. In 1986, he tied the knot with Mimi Leder, a union that has endured to this day. The couple shares a child together, a testament to their enduring love and commitment.

Prior to his marriage to Leder, Werntz was previously married to Rebecca Adolfina Brenner, a chapter in his life that has long since closed.

Career

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2019
The Planters
The Planters as First 'Hello' Man / Excuse Me Man / Good Point Man (voice)
{"id":128450,"title":"On the Basis of Sex","year":"2018","character":"Judge William Edward Doyle","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/on-the-basis-of-sex","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/380sumda8a40.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/380sumda8a40.jpg"},"released":1}
2018
On the Basis of Sex
On the Basis of Sex as Judge William Edward Doyle
{"id":1290,"title":"J. Edgar","year":"2011","character":"Attorney General","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/j-edgar","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6kjtc026cdo0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6kjtc026cdo0.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
J. Edgar
J. Edgar as Attorney General
{"id":10375,"title":"Thick as Thieves","year":"2009","character":"Donley","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/thick-as-thieves","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1akr4sofdp08.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1akr4sofdp08.jpg"},"released":1}
2009
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2001
Rennie's Landing
Rennie's Landing as Mr. Johnson
{"id":4168,"title":"Pay It Forward","year":"2000","character":"Mr. Thorsen","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/pay-it-forward","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1vh0ctduf208.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1vh0ctduf208.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
Pay It Forward
Pay It Forward as Mr. Thorsen
{"id":4232,"title":"Deep Impact","year":"1998","character":"Chuck Hotchner","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/deep-impact","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/b586uju57fe0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/b586uju57fe0.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
Deep Impact
Deep Impact as Chuck Hotchner
{"id":4521,"title":"The Peacemaker","year":"1997","character":"Terry Hamilton","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-peacemaker","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7g6vn2dkpaj0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7g6vn2dkpaj0.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
The Peacemaker
The Peacemaker as Terry Hamilton
{"id":158276,"title":"Baby Brokers","year":"1994","character":"Dick Plager","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/baby-brokers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_158276.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_158276.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
Baby Brokers
Baby Brokers as Dick Plager
{"id":24430,"title":"Dragstrip Girl","year":"1994","character":"McCarthy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/dragstrip-girl","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_24430.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_24430.jpg"},"released":1}
Dragstrip Girl
Dragstrip Girl as McCarthy
{"id":158539,"title":"Marked for Murder","year":"1993","character":"Lynch","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/marked-for-murder-1993","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_158539.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_158539.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
{"id":158601,"title":"There Was a Little Boy","year":"1993","character":"Jack","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/there-was-a-little-boy","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_158601.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_158601.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":58635,"title":"The Baby Doll Murders","year":"1993","character":"Dr. Michael Rhodes","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-baby-doll-murders","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58635.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58635.jpg"},"released":1}
The Baby Doll Murders
The Baby Doll Murders as Dr. Michael Rhodes
{"id":159002,"title":"Exiled in America","year":"1992","character":"Carl Mahler","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/exiled-in-america","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159002.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159002.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Exiled in America
Exiled in America as Carl Mahler
{"id":60049,"title":"The Art of Dying","year":"1991","character":"Roscoe","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-art-of-dying","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_60049.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_60049.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
{"id":22913,"title":"Wanted: Dead or Alive","year":"1987","character":"Agent","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/wanted-dead-or-alive","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4i55umk14qo0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4i55umk14qo0.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
{"id":80482,"title":"Kate's Secret","year":"1986","character":"Clerk","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/kates-secret-1986","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_80482.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_80482.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
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