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.
Known For
Filmography
Run & Prey
Movie · as Roger
The First Family
TV · as Peter · 1 ep
Cougar Town
TV · as Tournament Official · 1 ep
The Guardian
TV · as Judge Harris · 2 eps
Felicity
TV · as Security Guard · 1 ep
The King of Queens
TV · as Announcer · 1 ep
George & Leo
TV · 1 ep
The Practice
TV · as Testifying Police Officer · 1 ep
Special Report: Journey to Mars
Movie
Playback
Movie · as Franklin
The Drew Carey Show
TV · as Cop · 1 ep
Watchers III
Movie · as Nat (as Daryl Roach)
Gang Boys
Movie · as Max
Chicago Hope
TV · as Dr. Goodyear · 1 ep
Marked for Murder
Movie · as Bernard Powell
C.I.A. II: Target Alexa
Movie · as Wilson
The Importance of Being Earnest
Movie · as Jack Worthing
The Golden Palace
TV · as Man #1 · 1 ep
Mad About You
TV · as Photographer · 1 ep
Legal Tender
Movie · as Willy
Seinfeld
TV · as Blind Violinist / Cop · 1 ep
SpaceCamp
Movie · as NASA #1
Pee-wee's Big Adventure
Movie · as Chuck
The Ice Pirates
Movie · as Fitzcairn / Prisoner
Cheers
TV · as Judge #1 · 1 ep
Knots Landing
TV · as Paramedic · 1 ep
Shampoo
Movie · as Boy at Party