Phil Sanders was a bank robber, forger, jewel thief, and smuggler who had the ability to make anyone weep and feel sorry for him when they saw his face. He laid low for two years after using his ability to escape Plastic Man and the police, but after trying out for an acting job he received tips to make people feel so sorry for him that they would throw money and valuables to the poor man. Woozy who was also trying out for the part nicknamed him Sadly-Sadly.