Ben Grimm was better known as The Thing.

Ben Grimm is the fictional character also known as 'The Thing.'

In the 2007 film "Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer," Ben Grimm (The Thing) is a member of the Fantastic Four team and is known for his superhuman strength, durability, and rock-like appearance. He does not have a separate civilian profession in the movie.

Ben Grimm was a test pilot and astronaut before he became the member of The Fantastic 4 known as 'The Thing'. He now, apparently, fights crime for a living.

Mister Fantastic - Reed Richards

The Invisible Woman - Susan Storm

Human Torch - Johnny Storm

The Thing - Ben Grimm