Gary Frank, a long-time member of the prestigious Actor's Studio, embarked on his acting journey in 1969 under the guidance of renowned instructors Lee Strasberg, Peggy Feury, and Bill Traylor. His foray into the film industry commenced in 1974, when he was handpicked by director Richard Donner to star in the television movie "Senior Year", which would later evolve into the CBS TV series Sons and Daughters (1974). As a contract player at Universal Studios, Gary remained with the production until its cancellation after one season, only to be swiftly cast by director Mark Rydell and producer Mike Nichols to portray Willie Lawrence in the highly acclaimed ABC series Family (1976). This pivotal role earned him an Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1977, marking a significant milestone in his illustrious career.
Following a successful five-season run on "Family", Gary continued to work in television movies, feature films, and an impressive array of guest appearances on nearly every major TV series during the 1980s and 1990s. Moreover, "Family" enjoyed a remarkable run as a syndicated series in Europe, garnering a substantial amount of fan mail from viewers overseas, which served as a testament to the show's enduring popularity.
Beyond his acting accomplishments, Gary has also ventured into writing, penning a multitude of scripts and currently working on his debut novel. In his personal life, Gary has been married to producer Carroll Newman for an impressive 48 years, and they share a daughter who is a senior at the USC School of Film, aiming to follow in her parents' and grandfather's footsteps – the latter being Academy Award-winning composer Lionel Newman.
