Carlton Lee Russell
Biography
Carlton Lee Russell is an American actor and stuntman known for his distinctive roles in film and television. He portrayed the enigmatic "Jumping Man" in David Lynch's Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me (1992) and its 2017 revival. Additionally, he appeared as Gary Coleman in Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997). Russell's performances often involve unique and memorable characters, contributing to his recognition in the industry.
Known For & Full Filmography6 Titles
Drama Series - 1990, 16 episodes • as Jumping Man
The body of Laura Palmer is washed up on a beach near the small Washington state town of Twin Peaks. FBI Special Agent Dale Cooper is called in to investigate her strange demise only to uncover a web of mystery that ultimately leads him deep into the heart of the surrounding woodland and his very own soul.
Drama Series - 1992, 16 episodes • as Bartender
Sassy sitcom centering on radio and television personality Martin Payne. Series focuses on his romantic relationship with girlfriend Gina, her best friend Pam and escapades with best friends Tommy and Cole.
Movie - 1992, 2h 15m • as Jumping Man
In the questionable town of Deer Meadow, Washington, FBI Agent Desmond inexplicably disappears while hunting for the man who murdered a teen girl. The killer is never apprehended, and, after experiencing dark visions and supernatural encounters, Agent Dale Cooper chillingly predicts that the culprit will claim another life. Meanwhile, in the more cozy town of Twin Peaks, hedonistic beauty Laura Palmer hangs with lowlifes and seems destined for a grisly fate.
Movie - 1997, 2h 15m • as Gary Coleman
As a swinging fashion photographer by day and a groovy British superagent by night, Austin Powers is the '60s' most shagadelic spy. But can he stop megalomaniac Dr. Evil after the bald villain freezes himself and unthaws in the '90s? With the help of sexy sidekick Vanessa Kensington, he just might.
Movie - 2014, 2h 15m • as Jumping Man
A feature-length compilation of deleted and alternate takes from Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me, assembled by David Lynch to continue the story of the final week of Laura Palmer’s life.
Movie - 1993, 2h 15m • as PeeWee
Jeff Goldblum and Forest Whitaker star as New York jazz musicians, forced to confront a life beyond their hedonistic existence when a personal crisis strikes.