Darwyn Swalve was an American actor who is best known for his roles in “City of Angels,” “Police Academy 6: City Under Siege,” and “Barton Fink.”
Personal and Family Life
Darwyn Swalve was born on August 20, 1946, in Iowa, USA. He was married to Margaret Swalve until his death in 1999. Darwyn had a passion for acting from an early age, starting out in community theater, and his ambition led him to perform on Broadway.
Career
Darwyn began his acting career in community theater before achieving his dream of starring in Broadway with the award-winning show “City of Angels.” He performed in the show for six months and took part in its touring production for a full year. Throughout his film and TV career, he often performed his own stunts and appeared in various commercials, including one featuring Katherine Zeta-Jones.
Death and Legacy
Darwyn Swalve passed away on May 5, 1999, in Riverside, California, due to a heart attack. He had just completed a role in the Nickelodeon production “The Journey Of Allen Strange” prior to his passing. His contributions to theater, film, and television, particularly his Broadway performance, remain part of his legacy.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Vendetta dal futuro | 1986-03-26 | Anatola Blanco |
| A Dozen Ways to Die!! | 1990-01-01 | Cyclops |
| Deadly Reactor | 1989-01-01 | Hog |
| Take Two | 1988-07-18 | Gun Dealer |
| Dead Man Walking | 1988-09-15 | Skin Head |
| Cry Wilderness | 1987-02-01 | Biker |
| Open House | 1987-10-01 | Harry |
| Bad Blood | 1994-11-03 | Sweets |
| The Zoo Gang | 1985-05-19 | Goose |
| Jungle Assault | 1989-10-18 | Crusher |
| Heartbreak Ridge | 1986-12-05 | Bar Tough Guy |
| Police Academy 6: City Under Siege | 1989-03-09 | Ox |
| Dead Bang | 1989-03-24 | Biker #1 |
| Barton Fink | 1991-08-01 | Wrestler |
| It Runs in the Family | 1994-09-23 | Big Dickie Bumpus |
| In the Mood | 1987-09-16 | Huge Inmate |
| Sno-Line | 1985-09-13 | Bowman |
| Arizona Heat | 1988-07-01 | Bear |
| The A-Team | 1983-01-23 | Fat Rat |
| Moonlighting | 1985-03-03 | Darwin |