Danny Goldman was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Young Frankenstein, MASH, and The Smurfs. He had a notable career as both an actor and casting director, making a significant impact in film and television.
Personal and Family Life
Born Daniel Goodman on October 30, 1939, in New York City, Goldman enjoyed a rich family life alongside his career. He was married to Mary Gillis from January 24, 2001, until his passing in 2020. He is survived by his niece, Liz York.
Death and Legacy
Danny Goldman passed away on April 12, 2020, in Los Angeles, California, due to a stroke. His contributions to film and voice acting, particularly as Brainy Smurf, left a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry. Many fans remember him fondly for his memorable performances in both live-action and animated roles.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Young Frankenstein | 1974-12-15 | Medical Student |
| Cartoon All-Stars to the Rescue | 1990-04-21 | Brainy Smurf (voice) |
| Get Smart, Again! | 1989-02-26 | Dr. Denton |
| Beware! The Blob | 1972-06-21 | Bearded Teenager |
| Savage | 1973-03-31 | Commercial Director |
| More Than Murder | 1984-01-26 | Ozzie the Answer |
| Tunnel Vision | 1976-03-12 | Barry Flanken |
| My Smurfy Valentine | 1983-02-13 | (voice) |
| Where the Buffalo Roam | 1980-04-25 | Porter |
| MASH | 1970-02-18 | Captain Murrhardt |
| The Smurfs Christmas Special | 1982-12-13 | Brainy Smurf (voice) |
| The Smurfs: ‘Tis the Season to Be Smurfy | 1987-12-13 | Brainy Smurf (voice) |
| My Man Adam | 1985-10-25 | Dr. Blaustein |
| The Smurfs | 1981-09-12 | Brainy Smurf (voice) |
| Batman: The Animated Series | 1992-09-05 | Sam Giddell (voice) |
| CHiPs | 1977-09-15 | Doctor Bosca |
| The Golden Girls | 1985-09-14 | Man in Theatre |
| The World’s Greatest Athlete | 1973-02-14 | Leopold Maxwell |