Daryl Keith Roach
Daryl Keith Roach, born in New York City, inherited a legacy of richness from his renowned parents, jazz drummer Max Roach and Mildred Roach. He made his mark in theatre with standout performances in notable plays like "The Bacchae," "Hercules on Normandie," "Semple" featuring Langston Hughes' works, and "Master Harold and the Boys," earning the Dramalogue Award for Best Actor. His talents graced TV screens in series such as "Smith," "The Guardian," and classics like "Cheers" and "General Hospital." Roach left a cinematic footprint in films like "Crocodile Dundee in LA," "Shampoo" and as Chuck in "Pee Wee's Big Adventure." Beyond his artistic pursuits, in 2004, Roach founded MUSICaids...life thru music, a nonprofit supporting HIV/AIDS vaccine and microbicide research. This initiative blends the healing power of music with community engagement, fostering education and entertainment through concert events and workshops, aiming for impactful results.
Known For
Credits
- 2012 · The First Family as Peter
- 2009 · Cougar Town as Tournament Official
- 1998 · Felicity as Security Guard
- 1998 · The King of Queens as Announcer
- 1997 · George & Leo as
- 1996 · Playback as Franklin
- 1996 · Special Report: Journey to Mars as
- 1995 · The Drew Carey Show as Cop
- 1994 · Watchers III as Nat (as Daryl Roach)
- 1994 · Gang Boys as Max
- 1993 · CIA II: Target Alexa as Wilson
- 1993 · Marked for Murder as Bernard Powell
- 1992 · Mad About You as Photographer
- 1992 · The Golden Palace as Man #1
- 1992 · The Importance of Being Earnest as Jack Worthing
- 1991 · Legal Tender as Willy
- 1989 · Seinfeld as Blind Violinist / Cop
- 1986 · SpaceCamp as NASA #1
- 1985 · Pee-wee's Big Adventure as Chuck
- 1984 · The Ice Pirates as Fitzcairn / Prisoner
- 1982 · Cheers as Judge #1
- 1979 · Knots Landing as Paramedic
- 1975 · Shampoo as Boy at Party
- Future · Run & Prey as Roger