R. L. Ryan

Robert Lawrence "R. L." Ryan (October 29, 1946 – March 22, 1991) was an American actor.

The heavyset character actor was best known for his supporting roles in a handful of B-movies from the 1980s including cult classics The Toxic Avenger, Eat and Run, and Street Trash. Ryan was sometimes credited as Pat Ryan Jr., Bob Ryan, Robert L. Ryan, or Pat Ryan.

Ryan was born in Pennsylvania, where he lived throughout his life up until his sudden death. In 1991, he died of a heart attack at age 44.

Filmography

Actor Fighting Back (1982) - Neighbor The Toxic Avenger (1984) - Mayor Belgoody Birdy (1984) - Joe Sagessa Invasion U.S.A. (1985) - Construction Worker (uncredited) Class of Nuke 'Em High (1986) - Mr. Finley Street Trash (1987) - Frank Schnizer Mannequin (1987) - Pizzeria Manager Eat and Run (1987) - Murray Creature Forever, Lulu (1987) - Fat Man (final film role)