Gary Werntz

As actor

Gary Werntz (born Gary Paul Werntz, July 24, 1948) is an American actor and producer whose exact birthplace and height are not publicly confirmed in major sources. He is married to Academy Award-nominated director and producer Mimi Leder (since January 26, 1986), and they have one daughter, actress Hannah Leder. He was previously married to Rebecca Adolfina Brenner. Three of his most recognizable film roles — The Peacemaker (1997), Deep Impact (1998), and Pay It Forward (2000) — were all directed by his wife. His most notable film credits include Mr. Thorsen in Pay It Forward (2000, with Kev…