Jerry Van Dyke

Birth Name:

Jerry McCord Van Dyke

Birth Place:

Danville, Illinois, United States

Profession

Actor, Soundtrack

Younger brother of fellow comic and actor Dick Van Dyke
Quote: "(Regarding his brother Dick Van Dyke) "Dick has always been kind of a private guy․ He has a wonderful personality and he's great to talk to, but it's hard to get close to him․ Dick's a loner․""
Quote: "To me, life is like a soap opera․ I love tuning in every day to see what's going to happen next․"
Began his career in the comedic group The Jolly Frauds
Widely recognized for his work on the series "Coach․"
Was offered a lead role in "Gilligan's Island," but turned it down
Often showcased his skills as a banjo player for several television appearances
Served in the U․S․ Air Force in 1953

1990Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series:Nominated
1991Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series:Nominated
1992Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series:Nominated
1993American Television Award - Best Supporting Actor in a Situation Comedy:Nominated
1993Q Award - Best Supporting Actor in a Quality Comedy Series:Nominated
1994Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series:Nominated
1994Q Award - Best Supporting Actor in a Quality Comedy Series:Nominated

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