
Daryl Keith Roach
Department: 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.
Known For

The Ice Pirates
1984

Watchers III
1994

SpaceCamp
1986

Special Report: Journey to Mars
1996

Run & Prey
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Marked for Murder
1993

Legal Tender
1991

The Importance of Being Earnest
1992

Gang Boys
1994

Pee-wee's Big Adventure
1985

Shampoo
1975

C.I.A. II: Target Alexa
1993

Playback
1996

Seinfeld
1989

Felicity
1998

The King of Queens
1998

Cougar Town
2009

The Golden Palace
1992

The First Family
2012

Cheers
1982

Mad About You
1992

George & Leo
1997

Knots Landing
1979

The Drew Carey Show
1995

The Guardian
2001

The Practice
1997

Chicago Hope
1994