Dan Lauria

Birth Name:

Daniel Joseph Lauria

Birth Place:

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Profession

Actor, Director, Writer, Producer

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

1989Q Award - Best Supporting Actor in a Quality Comedy Series:Nominated
1990American Comedy Award - Funniest Supporting Male Performer in a TV Series:Nominated
2008Anniversary AwardWinner
2015Impact AwardWinner

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