Jeremy Lee Renner is an American actor who started his career in independent films, including Dahmer and Neo Ned. He later took on supporting roles in larger productions like S.W.A.T. and 28 Weeks Later, which helped him gain wider recognition in the film industry. Renner received critical acclaim for his performances in The Hurt Locker and The Town, earning Academy Award nominations for both. His role as a soldier in The Hurt Locker and as a robber in The Town highlighted his range and ability to portray complex characters.