Danny's childhood dream was to play third base for the iconic Los Angeles Dodgers. Following his high school graduation, he was drafted by the Kansas City Royals. Later, the Chicago White Sox drafted Danny after his impressive collegiate career at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where he earned All-American honors. As a professional baseball player, he continued to shine until an injury forced him to retire.
However, Danny's true calling lay elsewhere. Blessed with a remarkable singing voice, he possessed the ability to make people laugh and a unique presence that would soon manifest itself in his new career. For 15 years, he traveled across the United States, honing his skills in the industry and perfecting his repertoire of impressions. Simultaneously, he became one of the most sought-after performers in the corporate world, often entertaining stadium-sized crowds for major international companies like IBM and McDonald's. Danny's exceptional talent earned him a spot on the Fortune 500 list as a favorite performer.
In 1995, Danny made the transition to Broadway, starring in a well-received one-man show. However, he soon decided to relocate to Las Vegas to reduce his time away from his family, who resided in Los Angeles. He began performing at the Las Vegas Stratosphere Hotel in 1996, followed by stints at the Rio Hotel and eventually, The Mirage in 2000. The Danny Gans Theatre was built in his honor at The Mirage, where he became a permanent performer.
In early 2009, Danny shifted venues once more, performing at Encore, a sister property to Wynn Las Vegas. The Las Vegas Strip now boasts the largest freestanding marquee in the world, bearing Danny Gans' image. His debut album, produced by renowned Christian music legend Michael Omartian, was cross-marketed in both pop and Christian music genres, selling in both mainstream and Christian music outlets, similar to Amy Grant's approach.
Despite his remarkable career, Danny's love for entertaining was surpassed only by his love for his family. Tragically, Danny passed away in his sleep on May 1st, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Julie, and their three children, Amy, Andrew, and Emily.
