Danny Goldring
Actor
Biography
Danny Goldring (May 31, 1946 – December 2, 2022) was an American actor recognized for his work in stage, television, and film. Born in Woodstock, Illinois, he was the son of a U.S. Navy officer and spent much of his childhood traveling with his family. After attending prep school in Maryland and serving in the U.S. Army Signal Corps during the Vietnam era, Goldring pursued acting, studying at the Goodman School of Drama in Chicago and performing in numerous stage productions.
He began his screen career in 1976 and was often cast as authority figures such as detectives, motorcycle cops, and army officers due to his distinctive husky voice and commanding presence. Goldring appeared in many television series including "NYPD Blue," "Angel Street," "Turks," and "Boss," and films like "The Dark Knight," "The Fugitive," and "Vice Versa." He was also active in Chicago's theater scene, performing in plays including a David Mamet Festival. Goldring passed away from kidney failure in Chicago at the age of 76.
Filmography
The Fugitive
as Head Illinois State Trooper 1993
Bean
as Security Buck 1997
Captive State
as Prison Guard 2019
Chain Reaction
as Clancy Butler 1996
Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story
as Professor Burket 2009
Above the Law
as Zagon's Aide 1988
Just Visiting
as Bartender 2001
Virtuosity
as John Symes 1995
The Package
as Undercover Bum 1989
Children of the Corn V: Fields of Terror
as Mr. O'Brien 1998
The Babe
as Bill Carrigan 1992
Dig Two Graves
as Proctor 2014
Normal
as Church Friend Pete 2003
Chicago Overcoat
as Ralph Maloney 2009
Always Outnumbered
as Parker 1998
In the Company of Darkness
as Timmy's Father 1993