
Daryl Keith Roach
Acting
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
1996Special Report: Journey to Mars
1996Playback
Franklin
1994Watchers III
Nat (as Daryl Roach)
1994Gang Boys
Max
1993Marked for Murder
Bernard Powell
1993C.I.A. II: Target Alexa
Wilson
1992The Importance of Being Earnest
Jack Worthing
1991Legal Tender
Willy
1986SpaceCamp
NASA #1
1985Pee-wee's Big Adventure
Chuck
1984The Ice Pirates
Fitzcairn / Prisoner
1975Shampoo
Boy at Party

Run & Prey
Roger