Jack Nance

Biography

Marvin John Nance (December 21, 1943 – December 30, 1996), known professionally as Jack Nance and occasionally credited as John Nance, was an American actor of stage and screen, primarily starring in offbeat or avant-garde productions. He was known for his work with director David Lynch, particularly for his roles in Eraserhead, Blue Velvet and Twin Peaks.

Known For

Blue Velvet

as Paul

Dune

as Nefud

Lost Highway

as Phil

Eraserhead

as Henry Spencer

Twin Peaks

as Pete Martell

Twin Peaks

as Pete Martell (archive footage)

Wild at Heart

as 00 Spool

The Blob

as Doctor

Twin Peaks

as Pete Martell

Colors

as Officer Samuels