John Larroquette

John Larroquette

78 · Born: Nov 25, 1947

Personal Details

BornNov 25, 1947 New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Spouse
  • Elizabeth Larroquette

    ( Jul 4, 1975 to Nov 30, 2025 )
  • Bertie Good

    ( Sep 22, 1969 to Nov 30, 2025 )
Parents
  • Berthalla Oramous Helmstetter
  • John Edgar Larroquette Jr.

Biography

John Bernard Larroquette is a multifaceted American actor, renowned for his versatility in playing both dramatic and comedic roles. His iconic portrayal of Deputy District Attorney Dan Fielding in the NBC sitcom "Night Court" (1984-1992; 2023-present) has earned him widespread recognition, including four consecutive Emmy Awards for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy.

Throughout his illustrious career, Larroquette has made significant appearances in various TV series, showcasing his impressive range as an actor. He won an Emmy for his guest role in "The Practice" and has also appeared in notable shows such as "The Good Fight," "The Librarians," "Boston Legal," and "Happy Family."

The reboot of "Night Court" sees Larroquette reprise his role as Dan Fielding, albeit with a more gentle and nuanced character. This evolution reflects Larroquette's own sense of humor and adds a new layer of depth to the character, exploring themes of personal growth, struggles, and a shift from practicing law to working as a process server.

Career

2023
Night Court
Night Court as Dan Fielding
2022
Texas Chainsaw Massacre
Texas Chainsaw Massacre as Narrator (voice)
2020
The Good Fight
The Good Fight as Gavin Firth
2019
Blood & Treasure
Blood & Treasure as Jay Reece
2017
Me, Myself and I
Me, Myself and I as Older Alex
2016
Camera Store
Camera Store as Ray LePine
2014
The Librarians
The Librarians as Jenkins / Galahad
2010
Gun
Gun as Sam Boedecker
Sudden Death!
Sudden Death! as Commander Jenkins
2009
The Storm
The Storm as Bud McGrath
2008
McBride: Requiem
McBride: Requiem as Mike McBride
2007
McBride: Dogged
McBride: Dogged as Mike McBride
McBride: Semper Fi
McBride: Semper Fi as Mike McBride
Southland Tales
Southland Tales as Vaughn Smallhouse
Boston Legal
Boston Legal as Carl Sack
2006
McBride: Fallen Idol
McBride: Fallen Idol as Mike McBride
Kill Your Darlings
Kill Your Darlings as Dr. Bangley
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning as Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
2004
Wedding Daze
Wedding Daze as Jack Landry
2003
Beethoven's 5th
Beethoven's 5th as Mayor Harold Herman
Recipe for Disaster
Recipe for Disaster as Patrick Korda
Happy Family
Happy Family as Peter Brennan
2001
Till Dad Do Us Part
Till Dad Do Us Part as Gavin Corbett
2000
Isn't She Great
Isn't She Great as Maury Manning
The 10th Kingdom
The 10th Kingdom as Anthony Lewis
1999
Payne
Payne as Royal Payne
1997
1996
1995
Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight
Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight as Slasher (opening sequence) (uncredited)
1994
Richie Rich
Richie Rich as Lawrence Van Dough
JFK
JFK as Jerry Johnson
Night Court
Night Court as Dan Fielding
1990
Madhouse
Madhouse as Mark Bannister
Tune in Tomorrow...
Tune in Tomorrow... as Doctor Albert Quince
1989
1988
1987
Blind Date
Blind Date as David Bedford
1986
Convicted
Convicted as Douglas Forbes
1985
Summer Rental
Summer Rental as Don Moore
Lifeforce
Lifeforce as Narrator (uncredited)
1984
Choose Me
Choose Me as Billy Ace
1983
The Last Ninja
The Last Ninja as Army Officer
Hysterical
Hysterical as Bob X. Cursion
1982
Cat People
Cat People as Bronte Judson
1981
Stripes
Stripes as Capt. Stillman
Green Ice
Green Ice as Claude
1980
Stunts Unlimited
Stunts Unlimited as Leading Man
Heart Beat
Heart Beat as TV Talk Show Host
Altered States
Altered States as X-Ray Technician
1977
Baa Baa Black Sheep
Baa Baa Black Sheep as Bob Anderson
1976
Baa Baa Black Sheep
Baa Baa Black Sheep as 2nd Lt. Robert 'Bob' Anderson
1974