Richard Anthony "
Cheech"
Marin (born July 13, 1946) is an
American comedian, actor, voice actor and writer who gained recognition as part of the comedy act
Cheech & Chong during the 1970s and early 1980s with
Tommy Chong, and as
Don Johnson's partner, Insp. Joe Dominguez, on
Nash Bridges. He has also voiced characters in several
Disney productions, including
Oliver and Company,
The Lion King,
It's Tough to be a Bug!,
Cars,
Cars 2 and
Beverly Hills Chihuahua.