Doyle Lonnegan is a fictional character from the 1973 film The Sting, directed by George Roy Hill. He is portrayed by actor Robert Shaw and serves as the main antagonist in the story. Lonnegan is a ruthless and cunning gangster who becomes the target of a complex con orchestrated by two con artists, Johnny Hooker and Henry Gondorff. In the film, Lonnegan is depicted as a wealthy and powerful figure in the criminal underworld, known for his violent temper and willingness to eliminate anyone who crosses him. His character is central to the plot, driving the tension and conflict as the protagonists attempt to outsmart him through an elaborate scheme.