Born February 24, 1945
Barry Bostwick was primarily known as a stage actor before winning the role of Brad (a hero) in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Few people realize Barry created the role of Danny Zuko in the original Broadway production of Grease (a part made famous by John Travolta). He received a Tony nomination for Best Actor in a Musical.
After filming The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Barry went on to star in the Broadway production of The Robber Bridegroom for which received a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical. He also starred in the Los Angeles production of Pirates Of Penzance and the Broadway musical Nick And Nora.
Barry has some film credits, which include Movie Movie, Megaforce, Weekend At Bernie's II, and Spy Hard, but he is most recognizable for his television work. His most notable role was of NYC Mayor Randall M. Winston Jr. in the hit ABC sitcom Spin City.
He has also starred in dozens of miniseries and television movies including the title role in George Washington, War And Remembrance, Lexx, You Can't Take It With You, and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. He also starred in the sitcom Dads and guest hosted Saturday Night Live.
For more info on Barry Bostwick, go to the Internet Movie Database (IMDB).
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