John Voldstad

John Voldstad

74 · Born: Feb 20, 1951

1982

Personal Details

BornFeb 20, 1951 Oslo, Norway

Biography

John Voldstad, a multifaceted film and television actor, embarked on his life's journey in Norway, his birthplace, but his formative years were spent in the United States, where he was raised from a young age.

This versatile thespian is most notably recognized for his pivotal roles in the esteemed television series, Newhart, which enjoyed a lengthy run from 1982 onwards. Within this esteemed program, Voldstad brought to life the enigmatic character of "Darryl #2", a member of an intriguing trio of brothers, two of whom remained mute, adding an air of mystique to the narrative.

Furthermore, Voldstad's impressive acting credentials also include a notable appearance in the cult classic film, Stripes, released in 1981. In this iconic production, he portrayed the character of "Stillman's Aide", a testament to his remarkable range and adaptability as an actor.

Career

2001
Falling Like This
Falling Like This as Officer at Station
1999
Night Train
Night Train as Joe / Zack Butcher
1994
Forrest Gump
Forrest Gump as Club Patron
1993
Leprechaun
Leprechaun as Shop Owner
1992
1988
Daddy's Boys
Daddy's Boys as Motorist
1985
Newhart
Newhart as Darryl
1983
1982
1981
Stripes
Stripes as Stillman's Aid
1980
For the Love of It
For the Love of It as Harvey Mookey
1979
1941
1941 as USO Nerd