Darwyn Swalve

Darwyn Swalve

Deceased · Born: Aug 20, 1946 · Died: May 5, 1999

Personal Details

BornAug 20, 1946 Iowa, USA

Biography

Darwyn Swalve, professionally known as Dar, embarked on his theatrical journey in community theater, with a long-held aspiration to tread the boards of a Broadway play. His dedicated acting agent, Keith Wolfe, secured Darwyn's representation with Morgan Paul, a multifaceted talent who boasted extensive connections within the realms of both theater and film.

As fate would have it, Darwyn's dream of performing on the Great White Way became a reality when he landed a role in the esteemed Broadway production, "City of Angels." For a six-month stint, he graced the stage of the iconic Shubert Theater in Century City, before embarking on a year-long national tour with the show.

Beyond his work in theater, Darwyn also ventured into the world of cinema, showcasing his versatility by performing his own stunts in select film projects. His impressive résumé also includes a slew of commercials, with one notable advertisement featuring the talented Katherine Zeta-Jones, promoting the Ford Mustang.

In the years leading up to his untimely passing in May 1999, Darwyn had just completed a TV series project for Nickelodeon Productions, "The Journey of Allen Strange," mere weeks prior to his tragic demise due to a heart attack.

Career

1994
It Runs in the Family
It Runs in the Family as Big Dickie Bumpus
Bad Blood
Bad Blood as Sweets
1991
Barton Fink
Barton Fink as Wrestler
1989
Dead Bang
Dead Bang as Biker #1
1988
Take Two
Take Two as Gun Dealer
Dead Man Walking
Dead Man Walking as Skin Head
The Game
The Game as Stubby
1987
Open House
Open House as Harry
In the Mood
In the Mood as Huge Inmate
Summer School
Summer School as Scary Inmate
1986
Hands of Steel
Hands of Steel as Anatola Blanco
Heartbreak Ridge
Heartbreak Ridge as Bar Tough Guy
1985