Henry Rollins Had A Memorable Guest Star Role As A Serial Killer On A Hit Procedural Series

Henry Rollins, best known for his role as the frontman of the punk band Black Flag, also dabbles in acting. In 2013, he made a notable appearance as a kidnapper and murderer in the procedural series Hawaii Five-0. His character, Ray Beckett, along with his wife Terry, was seen abducting children in an attempt to collect social security benefits before they turned 18.

The plot of the episode, titled Ho opio (To Take Captive), involved a 17-year-old girl who had gone missing 10 years prior and a recently missing 6-year-old. Rollins' performance was described as vile, showcasing a dangerous and despicable fury that was barely contained by his calm and smug demeanor. His character was so revolting to fellow character Danny Williams that he personally decided to punish Ray for his heinous crimes.

Rollins' acting career extends beyond live-action roles. He has also ventured into voice acting, having been active for over a quarter-century. This includes voice roles in various animated DC shows and iconic series such as Teen Titans, Adventure Time, Batman: The Brave and the Bold, Masters of the Universe: Revelation, and even The Patrick Star Show.

Among his most acclaimed roles is that of Zaheer in the animated series The Legend of Korra, widely regarded as the greatest villain in the Avatar franchise. Rollins has expressed his admiration for the talented individuals he works with in the animation industry, acknowledging their exceptional skills while admitting his own lack of formal training, aside from his ability to procrastinate and sleep late.

Despite this, Rollins has managed to carve out a successful career in both TV, film, and voice-over work.