Paul Walter Hauser

Paul Walter Hauser is an American actor, recognized for his supporting roles in the films Demoted (2011), Super Troopers 2 (2018), Beats (2019), Adam (2020), Cruella (2021), Old Dads (2023), and Inside Out 2 (2024). In 2019, he had his breakout performance as the title character in Clint Eastwood's drama film Richard Jewell. Hauser's other significant acting feats include I, Tonya (2017), Virginia (2010), among others. He made his acting debut in Virginia as an extra and was later written a larger role, thanks to his talent.

Hauser's skills extend beyond movies to web series like Amazon's 'Betas' and guest appearances on several television series. Importantly, he starred as Richard Jewell, a real-life security guard who spotted the bomb at the Centennial Olympic Park bombing. His portrayal of the serial killer Larry Hall in the 2022 Apple TV+ miniseries Black Bird gained him a Golden Globe and Primetime Emmy Award. Notably, Hauser debuted as a rapper under the moniker Signet Ringer in 2022. Beyond acting and music, he is a professional wrestler, signed to Major League Wrestling (MLW). He is also set to appear in several upcoming films like the true-crime drama Fruitcake, a reboot of The Naked Gun franchise, and others.