Daryl Keith Roach

Biography

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

Pee-wee's Big Adventure
The Ice Pirates
Shampoo
Watchers III
Gang Boys
SpaceCamp
C.I.A. II: Target Alexa
Marked for Murder
Playback
Special Report: Journey to Mars

Top Movie Credits

The Ice Pirates Fitzcairn / Prisoner
Shampoo Boy at Party
Watchers III Nat (as Daryl Roach)
SpaceCamp NASA #1
Marked for Murder Bernard Powell
Playback Franklin