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Danny Goldring
Actor

Danny Goldring

31 May 1946Born
2 Dec 2022Died
76Age at death
43Credits

Biography

Danny Goldring (May 31, 1946 – December 2, 2022) was an American actor recognized for his work in stage, television, and film. Born in Woodstock, Illinois, he was the son of a U.S. Navy officer and spent much of his childhood traveling with his family. After attending prep school in Maryland and serving in the U.S. Army Signal Corps during the Vietnam era, Goldring pursued acting, studying at the Goodman School of Drama in Chicago and performing in numerous stage productions.

He began his screen career in 1976 and was often cast as authority figures such as detectives, motorcycle cops, and army officers due to his distinctive husky voice and commanding presence.

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Goldring appeared in many television series including "NYPD Blue," "Angel Street," "Turks," and "Boss," and films like "The Dark Knight," "The Fugitive," and "Vice Versa." He was also active in Chicago's theater scene, performing in plays including a David Mamet Festival. Goldring passed away from kidney failure in Chicago at the age of 76.

Known for

Filmography

  1. 2019Captive StateFilm: Prison Guard
  2. 2017Cellar DoorFilm: Sheriff Jim Graham
  3. 2017When Jeff Tried to Save the WorldFilm: El Diablo
  4. 2016FoolsFilm: Harvey
  5. 2014Dig Two GravesFilm: Proctor
  6. 2011BossSeries: Ryan Kavanaugh (8 episodes)
  7. 2009Chicago OvercoatFilm: Ralph Maloney
  8. 2009Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson StoryFilm: Professor Burket
  9. 2008The Dark KnightFilm: Grumpy
  10. 2003NormalFilm: Church Friend Pete
  11. 2001Star Trek: EnterpriseSeries: Nausicaan Captain, Alien Captain (1 episode)
  12. 2001Just VisitingFilm: Bartender
  13. 2000The Invisible ManSeries: SWRB Chief (2 episodes)
  14. 1998Children of the Corn V: Fields of TerrorFilm: Mr. O'Brien
  15. 1998Always OutnumberedFilm: Parker
  16. 1997Night of the LawyersFilm: W. C. Cantrill
  17. 1997BeanFilm: Security Buck
  18. 1997The PracticeSeries: Detective Chuck Driscoll (1 episode)
  19. 1996EZ StreetsSeries (1 episode)
  20. 1996Early EditionSeries: Attorney Tinsley, Mickey Mulfreed (1 episode)
  21. 1996Chain ReactionFilm: Clancy Butler
  22. 1995VirtuosityFilm: John Symes
  23. 1995Star Trek: VoyagerSeries: Alpha Hirogen / Nazi Commandant (2 episodes)
  24. 1994ERSeries: Tony Maddocks (1 episode)
  25. 1994Two Fathers: Justice for the InnocentFilm: Wilder
  26. 1993NYPD BlueSeries: Sgt. McNamara (2 episodes)
  27. 1993Love HurtsFilm: Mr. Kelso
  28. 1993The FugitiveFilm: Head Illinois State Trooper
  29. 1993Excessive ForceFilm: Lt. Landry
  30. 1993In the Company of DarknessFilm: Timmy's Father
  31. 1993Star Trek: Deep Space NineSeries: Legate Kell, Chief Burke (1 episode)
  32. 1992Angel StreetSeries: Detective Delaney (3 episodes)
  33. 1992The BabeFilm: Bill Carrigan
  34. 1990Johnny RyanFilm: Ben Dougherty
  35. 1990WingsSeries: Agent Douglas (1 episode)
  36. 1989The PackageFilm: Undercover Bum
  37. 1988Above the LawFilm: Zagon's Aide
  38. 1986Crime StorySeries: Homicide Detective (3 episodes)
  39. 1986Crime Story: PilotFilm: Homicide Detective
  40. 1986MatlockSeries: Mo (1 episode)
  41. 1984HunterSeries: Disposal Worker (1 episode)
  42. 1980TexasSeries: Hank (2 episodes)
  43. 1976The Million Dollar Rip-OffFilm

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