About
Clarence James "Clancy" Brown III is an American actor known for his prolific work in film and television since the 1980s. He is often cast in villainous and authoritative roles, leveraging his deep voice and imposing presence. Brown has lent his voice to numerous animated projects. He has appeared in notable films such as "The Shawshank Redemption" and "Starship Troopers."
Career Timeline
Breakthrough Role in Bad Boys
Brown gets noticed for his performance in 'Bad Boys', launching his acting career.
Highlander Villain
Role in 'Highlander' as the Kurgan solidifies his reputation as a formidable screen presence.
The Shawshank Redemption
Role in Shawshank solidifies A-list career.
SpongeBob's Mr. Krabs
Begins voicing Mr. Krabs on 'SpongeBob SquarePants', a career defining voice role.
Hail, Caesar! prominence
Appears in big budget films such as Hail, Caesar!
Dexter: New Blood Success
Stars in Dexter: New Blood miniseries.
Versatile Character Actor
Continues to work steadily across film, television, and voice acting, respected in the industry.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026