Supermarionation "Thunderbirds", who closely resembled Sylvia Anderson, and Captain Blue in "Captain Scarlet", who looked like Ed Bishop (the similarity was reportedly coincidental). Other characters were based on well-known film actors: Troy Tempest of "Stingray" was based on James Garner, Scott Tracy of "Thunderbirds" on Sean Connery and Captain Scarlet on Cary Grant. "Stingray" also featured the only non-speaking Supermarionation puppet: the water-breathing woman Marina. Occasionally, close-ups of a live actor's hand would be inserted to show actions such as turning keys and pressing buttons. This was affectionately parodied in the 2004 live-action feature film "Thunderbirds", with a brief shot of
Troy Winbush Perry's House of Payne. Troy played the role of “baby” Emile in the 1987 movie The Principal starting James Belushi. Winbush made an appearance in "The Big Bang Theory" season 6 episode 22 "The Proton Resurgence". Troy Winbush Troy Winbush (born March 12, 1970) is an American actor. Winbush was born in Manhattan, New York. He is best known for his recurring role as Denny on "The Cosby Show", appearing on the series from 1987 to 1991. He also made guest appearances in other notable television series including, "Law & Order", "NYPD Blue", "Boston Public", "", "JAG", "Touched by an