Name: John Larroquette
Date of Birth: 25 November 1947 Had a bout of alcoholism during the 1970s and 1980s. Correction: He is a self-admitted, recovering alcoholic. He has stated this on numerous talk shows, especially when he got his own show, and the character he was playing was a recovering alcoholic. Developed his distinctively refined speech pattern so he could work in radio. As a young man, he spoke with a traditional New Orleans style. In 1989, asked that his work not be submitted for more Emmy consideration after his fourth consecutive win for best supporting actor in a comedy series. At the time, four consecutive wins was a record. ... His role as a Johnny Carson-style talk show host was omitted from the theatrical version of JFK (1991) but restored in the director's cut on video/DVD. He actually wrote a letter to Carson just to inform him he was playing the part, and Carson appreciated the gesture. Served in the U.S. Naval Reserve. Is a member of The Libertarian Party. Collects leather-bound first editions and fountain pens. Also enjoys photography and art. Favorite football team is the New Orleans Saints. Has his own home recording studio. Liked playing Super Mario Land on Nintendo Game Boy between takes on "Night Court" (1984). Likes ScharffenBerger's gourmet chocolate. Has a son who was a fan of 1990s group Fishbone. Read more John Larroquette movies (actor)User Comments |
