Eli is a three-letter name that is shared by two famous American actors: Wallach and Manning. ELI Wallach was an American film, television, and stage actor whose career spanned more than six decades. He is best known for his roles in The Magnificent Seven, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, and The Godfather Part III. ELI Manning is a former American football quarterback who played 16 seasons in the National Football League (NFL). He won two Super Bowls with the New York Giants and was named MVP of both games.