Dale "The Whale" Biederbeck

Dale J. "The Whale" Biederbeck III is a supporting antagonist of the USA series ''Monk. ''He is a crooked, very wealthy financier who is a long-time nemesis of the brilliant detective Adrian Monk. He is also known for his gross obesity, hence his nickname.

He is played by three actors in each of his appearances during the series.

PAST
Dale was a brilliant, corruptand arrogant businessman who practically owned half of San Franciso at the height of his power. Despite his success, he was a gluton who feasted on endless supplies of food. He cared only about himself. Unlike most rich men, he avoided publicity and simply bought newspaper companies to keep his name out of them.

Later, a Trudy Monk wrote an unflattering article slamming Dale and in his rage would sue the publsher she worked for just to mess with her and her husband, Adrian Monk, who in his words was a difficult time for them (they were forced to sell their house and Biederbeck bought it store his adult films in). Trudy called this the worst year of her life and ironically her last which is why Monk hates him.