Larry Hankin (born August 31, 1940) is an American actor, performer, director and producer. Hankin studied acting at Syracuse University. He is known for his roles in TV shows Friends (as "Mr. Heckles") and Seinfeld; as well as for his major role in the movie Escape from Alcatraz with Clint Eastwood. Also, he played a significant role in the movie Billy Madison along with Adam Sandler. He had cameo appearances in three John Hughes films, Home Alone, Planes, Trains and Automobiles and She's Having A Baby, as well as minor roles in The Sure Thing and Running Scared. In 1980, he shared an Academy Award nomination for Best Short Film, Live action for Solly's Diner.