Brooks is a character actor who embarked on his acting career in the 1980s, marking his professional debut with a notable appearance on the action-crime drama television series "T.J. Hooker". His early work also included a role in the 1986 action-packed film "Raw Deal" starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Throughout his career, Brooks has made a significant impact on the small screen, with a vast majority of his screen appearances tied to television. His extensive television credits include starring roles in popular series such as "MacGyver", "Dallas", "Guns of Paradise", "Renegade", and "Walker, Texas Ranger".
In addition to his live-action work, Brooks has also ventured into the world of voice acting. His voice-work debut was in the animated series "The New Batman Adventures" in 1998, where he brought to life the character of Killer Croc. His second foray into voice acting was in a 2008 episode of the animated series "American Dad!".
