Daryl Keith Roach
Known For
Acting
Born
Biography
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.
Most Known For
Seinfeld
as Blind Violinist / Cop
Cheers
as Judge #1
The King of Queens
as Announcer
Mad About You
as Photographer
The Practice
as Testifying Police Officer
The Drew Carey Show
as Cop
Knots Landing
as Paramedic
Chicago Hope
as Dr. Goodyear
The Guardian
as Judge Harris
Cougar Town
as Tournament Official
Felicity
as Security Guard
The First Family
as Peter
The Golden Palace
as Man #1
Watchers III
as Nat (as Daryl Roach)
Pee-wee's Big Adventure
as Chuck
George & Leo
The Ice Pirates
as Fitzcairn / Prisoner
Gang Boys
as Max
Shampoo
as Boy at Party
SpaceCamp
as NASA #1