Daryl Keith Roach
Known For: Acting
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.
Filmography
2012
- The First Family as Peter
2009
- Cougar Town as Tournament Official
2001
- The Guardian as Judge Harris
1998
- The King of Queens as Announcer
- Felicity as Security Guard
1997
- The Practice as Testifying Police Officer
- George & Leo
1996
- Playback as Franklin
- Special Report: Journey to Mars
1995
- The Drew Carey Show as Cop
1994
- Gang Boys as Max
- Watchers III as Nat (as Daryl Roach)
1993
- Marked for Murder as Bernard Powell
- C.I.A. II: Target Alexa as Wilson
1992
- Mad About You as Photographer
- The Golden Palace as Man #1
- 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