John Voldstad
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- February 20, 1951 in Oslo, Norway
- Active Years
- 1976–2001 (26 Years)
- Total Credits
- 24 credits in database
Biography
John Ole Voldstad is an American film and television actor born in Oslo, Norway, on February 20, 1951. He has resided in the United States since his early childhood. Voldstad is best known for his performance as one of the brothers named Darryl on the long-running television series Newhart, which premiered in 1982. Specifically, he portrayed the character identified as my other brother Darryl, noted for having curlier, lighter-colored hair. The role was part of a trio of brothers, two of whom did not speak. Additionally, Voldstad appeared in the 1981 film Stripes as Stillman's Aide. His professional acting credits include 25 entries. He is also credited for his work in the film Leprechaun.
Career overview
John Ole Voldstad is an American television and film actor who was born in Oslo, Norway, on February 20, 1951. Raised in the United States since his early childhood, he has established a career in both film and television.
Voldstad is best known for his television role on the long-running series Newhart, where he played one of the brothers Darryl. Specifically, he portrayed the character known as Darryl number two, or my other brother Darryl, who is described as the brother with the curlier, lighter colored hair, forming part of a trio of brothers where two of the brothers never speak. In addition to his television work, Voldstad is known for his role as Stillman's aide in the film Stripes.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
24 titles- Falling Like This (2001) as Officer at Station
- Night Train (1999) as Joe / Zack Butcher
- Damon (1998) as Ezekial
- George & Leo (1997)
- Sabrina, the Teenage Witch (1996) as Customer #2
- Forrest Gump (1994) as Club Patron
- It Runs in the Family (1994) as Ace Bumpus
- Leprechaun (1993) as Shop Owner
- Delta (1992) as Hoyt
- Boris and Natasha (1992) as Passerby
- Home Improvement (1991) as Bob
- The Bob Newhart Show 19th Anniversary Special (1991) as Darryl
- Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as Clerk
- Coach (1989) as Darryl
- Joysticks (1983) as Max
- Newhart (1982) as Darryl
- The Blue and the Gray (1982) as Alvin Mooney
- Hill Street Blues (1981) as Creep
- Stripes (1981) as Stillman's Aid
- For the Love of It (1980) as Harvey Mookey
- Knots Landing (1979) as Bellhop
- 1941 (1979) as USO Nerd
- An Enemy of the People (1978)
- Charlie's Angels (1976) as Stashu Vohznoski
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Voldstad best known for?
John Voldstad is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Damon (1998), The Matrix Revolutions (2003), Forrest Gump (1994), Leprechaun (1993).
When and where was John Voldstad born?
John Voldstad was born on February 20, 1951 in Oslo, Norway.
How many credits does John Voldstad have?
John Voldstad has accumulated over 24 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1976 to 2001.
What is John Voldstad's background in cinema and television?
John Ole Voldstad is an American film and television actor born in Oslo, Norway, on February 20, 1951. He has resided in the United States since his early childhood. Voldstad is best known for his performance as one of the brothers named Darryl on the long-running television series Newhart, which premiered in 1982. Spe...
John Voldstad by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Forrest Gump (1994) as Club Patron — aged about 43
- Damon (1998) as Ezekial — aged about 47
- Sabrina, the Teenage Witch (1996) as Customer #2 — aged about 45
- Hill Street Blues (1981) as Creep — aged about 30
- Home Improvement (1991) as Bob — aged about 40
- Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as Clerk — aged about 39
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