“Classic Orson Welles protagonist” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.KANE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Classic Orson Welles protagonist”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 18, 2026, where it runs at 69 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.