Brion James, towering at an imposing 6ft 2 ½ (189.2 cm), was an American character actor whose height amplified his menacing screen presence as antagonists in horror and action films.
His stature made him ideal for intimidating roles, including the brutal Leon in Blade Runner, the tough criminal Requin in Tango & Cash, and Zorg's aide Cornelius in The Fifth Element, cementing his legacy in 1980s and 1990s cinema.