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Larry Drake

Larry Drake - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornFebruary 21, 1949
Age77
BirthplaceTulsa, Oklahoma, USA
Zodiac SignPisces - (see also Larry Drake's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacOx
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForPlaying Benny Stulwicz on 'L.A. Law' and roles in 'Darkman' and 'Dr. Giggles'

Intro

Larry Drake was an American actor best known for his role as Benny Stulwicz in the television series 'L.A. Law,' for which he won two Emmy Awards. He also appeared in notable films such as 'Darkman' and 'Dr. Giggles.'

Early Life & Background

Larry Drake was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and graduated from the University of Oklahoma. He began his acting career in the 1970s, initially appearing in small television roles before gaining recognition for his performance in 'L.A. Law.'

Career Highlights

  • Won two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his role in 'L.A. Law' (1988, 1989)
  • Starred as Durant in 'Darkman' (1990)
  • Played the title role in the horror film 'Dr. Giggles' (1992)
  • Appeared in the TV series 'The New Adventures of Beans Baxter', 'Prey', and 'Boston Legal'

Trivia

  • Larry Drake was posthumously recognized for bringing nuanced portrayals of intellectually disabled characters to mainstream TV.
  • He provided voice work in several animated series including 'Johnny Bravo.'

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Larry Drake?

Larry Drake is 77 years old.

When was Larry Drake born?

Larry Drake was born the 21 February 1949.

Where is Larry Drake from?

Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About February 21st, 1949, in brief:

  • Historical events: Tan Malaka, a 51-year-old Indonesian nationalist activist and guerrilla fighter, was executed by the Indonesian army on February 21, 1949.
  • Day of the week: February 21st, 1949 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Cruising Down The River by Jack Smith
  • Popular movie: Little Women directed by Mervyn LeRoy

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larry_Drake
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0236979/