Rippy

"Rippy" Serra said that as a Christian, he's reflected on what the Bible and various faiths say about homosexuality, which he said is a "lifestyle," and not something one is born with.

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In particular, look for a mysterious man named Mr. Latimer guest star Leon Rippy to keep very close tabs on Nate and his team.

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But Rippy says he's game to continue beyond that if the story dictates.

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Most of the community's 200 or so residents live much as they did a half-century ago along Rippy Road, a street bordered by towering oak trees.

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"The way that it's left in the final script, it's not tying anything up," Rippy says with a laugh.

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Rippy will pay a mysterious Warren Buffett-type named Mr. Latimer.

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Saving Grace's guardian angel is trading in his wings for something more villainous: Leon Rippy has been cast as a recurring nemesis on the upcoming fourth season of Leverage, TVGuide.com has learned.

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"I divulge to Nate exactly who I am and what I'm doing — and that I'm on to his game," Rippy tells TVGuide.com.

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Rippy's character is expected to appear in at least five episodes throughout the season.

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However, Rippy, who's made a career out of playing bad guys, says he's not necessarily a true villain.

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