His family moved frequently during his childhood due to his father's career in the military. He identifies his father as being of Comanche descent. Gilbert Birmingham was born in San Antonio, Texas. He is also known for his portrayal of Billy Black in The Twilight Saga film series and recurring television roles as George Hunter in Banshee and Virgil White in Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.
Gil Birmingham (born July 13, 1953) is an American actor known for his role as Tribal Chairman Thomas Rainwater in the Paramount Network's television series Yellowstone.