Aaron Schwartz
Biography
Aaron Schwartz is an American actor born on January 4, 1981, in New York City, New York. He is known for playing the lead role of Gerald Garner in the 1995 comedy film Heavyweights and the role of Dave Karp in the 1992 Walt Disney film The Mighty Ducks. His television work includes playing Clem Lanell in eight episodes of The Adventures of Pete and Pete and appearing in one episode of The Cosby Show. Additionally, he had a recurring role as the doorman Vanya on the CW teen drama series Gossip Girl and its spin-off web series Chasing Dorota. His acting career encompasses twenty-five known credits listed in movie and television databases.
Career overview
Aaron Schwartz is an American actor born on January 4, 1981, in New York City, New York. He is known for playing the role of Dave Karp in the 1992 Walt Disney film The Mighty Ducks and for starring as Gerald Garner in the 1995 comedy film Heavyweights.
In television, Schwartz appeared in one episode of The Cosby Show and played Clem Lanell in eight episodes of The Adventures of Pete & Pete. He also took on a recurring role as doorman Vanya on the teen drama series Gossip Girl, which aired on The CW, as well as on its spin-off web series Chasing Dorota.
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Full Filmography
27 titles- CIA (2026) as Aleks Kovadenko
- Gossip Girl (2021) as Vanya
- Adverse (2021) as Detective Mitchell
- Ham on Rye (2021) as Uno Bro
- Kidnapped to the Island (2020) as D.C.
- The Bone Box (2020) as Benji
- Ponyboi (2019) as Vinny
- The Kominsky Method (2018) as Walter
- In Search Of (2018) Camera Supervisor
- S.W.A.T. (2017) as Beau
- Young Sheldon (2017) as Marcus
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017) as Young Ego Facial Reference
- Rekindled (2017) as Darren
- The Originals (2013) as Handsome Man
- Elementary (2012) as Jersey Shore
- Suits (2011) as Interviewee #1
- Chasing Dorota (2009) as Vanya
- Gossip Girl (2007) as Vanya
- Heavyweights (1995) as Gerry
- The Adventures of Pete & Pete (1993) as Clem Lanell
- The Mighty Ducks (1992) as Dave Karp
- Law & Order (1990) as Bomb Squad Cop
- The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1985) as Dr. Stern
- Stigma: Raised in Hollywood as Aaron
- Stigma: Raised in Hollywood Executive Producer
- Stigma: Raised in Hollywood Writer
- Butch Cassidy's Forgotten Outlaw
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Aaron Schwartz best known for?
Aaron Schwartz is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including CIA (2026), Gossip Girl (2021), The Kominsky Method (2018), S.W.A.T. (2017).
When and where was Aaron Schwartz born?
Aaron Schwartz was born on January 4, 1981 in New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Aaron Schwartz have?
Aaron Schwartz has accumulated over 27 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1985 to 2026.
What is Aaron Schwartz's background in cinema and television?
Aaron Schwartz is an American actor born on January 4, 1981, in New York City, New York. He is known for playing the lead role of Gerald Garner in the 1995 comedy film Heavyweights and the role of Dave Karp in the 1992 Walt Disney film The Mighty Ducks. His television work includes playing Clem Lanell in eight episodes...