X
Join or Sign In
Sign in to customize your TV listings
By joining TV Guide, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy.
Dan Lauria Biography
Birth Name:Daniel Joseph Lauria
Birth Place:Brooklyn, New York, United States
Profession Actor, Director, Writer, Producer
Fast Facts
- Received the Creative Achievement Award at teh 2001 Long Island International Film Expo
- Studied at Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, CT
- Is the cousin of music composer and guitarist Vince Lauria
- Served in the US Marine Corps in the early 1970s during the Vietnam War
- Taught physical education for a time at Lindenhurst Senior High School
- Often takes on the role of intimidating characters who are in a position of authority
- Has served as the artistic director of the Playwright's Kitchen Ensemble of Los Angeles
Awards
- 1989Q Award-Best Supporting Actor in a Quality Comedy Series: nominated
- 1990American Comedy Award-Funniest Supporting Male Performer in a TV Series: nominated
- 2008Anniversary Award-: winner
- 2015Impact Award-: winner