Daryl Keith Roach

Daryl Keith Roach

Personal Details

Parents
  • Max Roach
Relatives
  • Maxine Roach (Sibling)
  • Raoul Roach (Sibling)
  • Dara Roach (Sibling)
  • Kyle Roach (Niece or Nephew)
  • Ayo Roach (Sibling)

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.

Career

1996
Playback
Playback as Franklin
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1994
Watchers III
Watchers III as Nat (as Daryl Roach)
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1993
CIA II: Target Alexa
CIA II: Target Alexa as Wilson
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1992
The Importance of Being Earnest
The Importance of Being Earnest as Jack Worthing
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The Golden Palace
The Golden Palace as Man #1
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1991
Legal Tender
Legal Tender as Willy
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