David Graf
Biography
Paul David Graf was an American actor born on April 16, 1950, in Lancaster, Ohio, USA. He was best known for his role as Sgt. Eugene Tackleberry in the Police Academy series of films. During his career, he amassed 72 known acting credits. His television and film work included appearances in projects such as Brooklyn Bridge, MAS*H, and Quantum Leap. He married Kathryn Graf in 1985, and the couple had two sons named Daniel and Sean. David Graf died on April 7, 2001, at the age of 50, shortly before his birthday.
Career overview
Paul David Graf was an American actor born on April 16, 1950, in Lancaster, Ohio. Active in both film and television, he became best known for his role as Sergeant Eugene Tackleberry in the Police Academy series of films. Over the course of his career, he accumulated 72 known acting credits in movies and television shows.
In addition to his well-known film work, his career included appearances in various television projects. Among the television shows associated with his acting filmography are Brooklyn Bridge, MAS*H, and Quantum Leap.
He was married to Kathryn Graf in 1985, and the couple had two sons, Daniel and Sean. David Graf passed away on April 7, 2001, at the age of 50, shortly before his birthday.
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Full Filmography
75 titles- In Pursuit (2001) as Dad
- Son of the Beach (2000)
- The Trial of Old Drum (2000) as Judge Henry
- The Cactus Kid (2000) as Charles
- The West Wing (1999) as Colonel Chase
- The Parkers (1999)
- The Wild Thornberrys (1998) as Head Finch / Iguana (voice)
- Becker (1998) as Lloyd Martin
- Sports Night (1998) as Chase
- Brink! (1998) as Ralph Brinker
- Teen Angel (1997) as Lenny
- Police Academy: The Series (1997) as Capt. Eugene Tackleberry
- Skeletons (1997) as Sam
- Arli$$ (1996) as Colonel Donnie Sadowski
- Promised Land (1996) as Kyle Matthews
- Hijacked: Flight 285 (1996) as Alcoholic
- Citizen Ruth (1996) as Judge Richter
- JAG (1995) as John Newman
- Star Trek: Voyager (1995) as Fred Noonan
- Caroline in the City (1995) as Mr. Wolfe
- The Brady Bunch Movie (1995) as Sam Franklin
- Party of Five (1994) as Sutherland
- Party of Five (1994) as Buyer
- Touched by an Angel (1994) as Dewey Burton
- High Tide (1994) as Jay Cassidy
- Police Academy: Mission to Moscow (1994) as Tackleberry
- Guarding Tess (1994) as Lee Danielson
- Father and Scout (1994) as Chet
- Roseanne: An Unauthorized Biography (1994) as Tom Arnold
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Leskit
- Diagnosis: Murder (1993) as John
- Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993) as Wally
- For Their Own Good (1993) as Miles
- Suture (1993) as Lt. Weismann
- American Kickboxer 2 (1993) as Howard
- Martin (1992) as Officer Hayes
- Home Improvement (1991) as Chuck Norwood
- Step by Step (1991) as Phil Jones
- Step by Step (1991) as Mitch Crawford
- Step by Step (1991) as Dave Roberts
- The Whereabouts of Jenny (1991) as Scranton
- Dream On (1990) as Larry
- Ferris Bueller (1990) as Officer Peyson
- The Outsiders (1990) as Darryl's Father
- Seinfeld (1989) as Cop #2
- Quantum Leap (1989) as Sheriff Nolan
- Family Matters (1989) as Sergeant Shishka
- Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989) as Sam
- Police Academy 6: City Under Siege (1989) as Tackleberry
- Police Story (1988) as Officer Jim Schaeffer
- Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach (1988) as Tackleberry
- The Town Bully (1988)
- Police Story: The Watch Commander (1988) as Off. Jim Schaeffer
- Shakedown on the Sunset Strip (1988) as Officer Jack Ruggles
- Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol (1987) as Tackleberry
- Cameo by Night (1987) as Detective Kraxburger
- Beauty and the Beast (1987) as Gregory Coyle
- Love at Stake (1987)
- Police Academy 3: Back in Training (1986) as Tackleberry
- He's the Mayor (1986)
- Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment (1985) as Tackleberry
- Night Court (1984) as Hondo Jenkins
- Airwolf (1984) as Billie
- Charles in Charge (1984) as Steve Colfax
- Police Academy (1984) as Tackleberry
- Irreconcilable Differences (1984) as Bink
- The A-Team (1983) as Cooper
- Hardcastle and McCormick (1983)
- Matt Houston (1982)
- Voyagers! (1982)
- The Tempest (1982) as Stephano
- The Long Summer of George Adams (1982) as Olin Summers
- Four Friends (1981) as Gergley
- Lou Grant (1977) as Russ
- M*A*S*H (1972) as Lt. Spears
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is David Graf best known for?
David Graf is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Planet of the Apes (2001), The Bridges of Madison County (1995), The Parkers (1999), The Wild Thornberrys (1998).
When and where was David Graf born?
David Graf was born on April 16, 1950 in Lancaster, Ohio, USA. They passed away on April 7, 2001.
How many credits does David Graf have?
David Graf has accumulated over 75 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1972 to 2001.
What is David Graf's background in cinema and television?
Paul David Graf was an American actor born on April 16, 1950, in Lancaster, Ohio, USA. He was best known for his role as Sgt. Eugene Tackleberry in the Police Academy series of films. During his career, he amassed 72 known acting credits. His television and film work included appearances in projects such as Brooklyn Br...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The West Wing (1999) as Colonel Chase — aged about 49
- Seinfeld (1989) as Cop #2 — aged about 39
- The Parkers (1999) — aged about 49
- Quantum Leap (1989) as Sheriff Nolan — aged about 39
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Leskit — aged about 43
- M*A*S*H (1972) as Lt. Spears — aged about 22
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