Doug Jones | The Man Behind The Masks

Doug Jones is an actor mostly known for portraying inhuman creatures, usually via heavy make-up and/or visual effects in films and television series. He’s also the go-to colossus in the movies of monster king Guillermo del Toro, first appearing in 'Mimic' and later portraying both the Faun and the Pale Man in 'Pan’s Labyrinth', Abe Sapien (as well as two other significant characters) in the original 'Hellboy' franchise, and Guillermo Del Toro’s latest endeavor, 'The Shape of Water'. He is regarded as one of the most versatile and hardest working actors, although it wasn’t easy to gain the respect he deserves (he was voiced over in three of his most popular films by ‘name’ actors in order “to sell more tickets”). My primary focus for this piece was to introduce (for those who aren't familiar with him) this remarkably talented actor behind the masks and makeup who has also had his share of obstacles to overcome.