Standing tall at 6ft 1 ½ (186.7 cm), Jay Karnes brings an imposing physical presence to his intense acting roles, perfectly embodying authoritative characters.
Best known as LAPD detective Holland "Dutch" Wagenbach on the FX series The Shield (2002-2008), his commanding height amplified the character's no-nonsense intensity and screen dominance alongside co-stars like Michael Chiklis.
Karnes's stature also suited his turns as Agent Josh Kohn on Sons of Anarchy (2008) and Craig on The Crossing (2018), enhancing his rugged, formidable image in television drama.