Billy Gardell is an American actor who began his acting days as a member of the International Thespian Society.  While in the Thespian Society, Billy was known for his comedic roles.  He made a name for himself when he created & staged a Saturday Night Live performance called "Winter Park Live" with all the funds received going to Comic Relief

Billy has performed small parts in several feature films such as Bad Santa, Avenging Angelo, and D-War.  When not seen in the movies, Billy can also be seen casting roles in the television series "CSI," "Yes Dear," "The Practice," and "King of Queens."  As of Spring 2006, he is playing one of the lead police investigators in the NBC series Heist.