John Voldstad

John Voldstad

74 · Born: Feb 20, 1951

1982

Personal Details

BornFeb 20, 1951 Oslo, Norway

Biography

John Voldstad's journey began in Norway, but it was the United States where he spent his formative years, shaping the person he would become. As a complex and multifaceted individual, Voldstad has left an indelible mark within the film and television industry, boasting a diverse and impressive portfolio that showcases his remarkable range as an actor.

Notable among his extensive body of work is the starring role he took on in the critically acclaimed and enduring television series Newhart, which made its debut in 1982. As the character of "Darryl #2", Voldstad masterfully brought to life one of a trio of brothers whose peculiar dynamic captivated audiences worldwide. The brothers' interactions were shrouded in an aura of enigma, with two of the trio remaining silent, leaving viewers to speculate and ponder the underlying reasons behind their unspoken communication.

Beyond his extensive television career, Voldstad has also left an indelible mark on the world of cinema. His iconic performance as "Stillman's Aide" in the 1981 cult classic film Stripes has cemented its place in the annals of cinematic history, forever etching itself in the collective consciousness of film enthusiasts and aficionados alike.

Career

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1999
Night Train
Night Train as Joe / Zack Butcher
{"id":58255,"title":"It Runs in the Family","year":"1994","character":"Ace Bumpus","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/it-runs-in-the-family-1994","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58255.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58255.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
{"id":339,"title":"Forrest Gump","year":"1994","character":"Club Patron","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/forrest-gump","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/qkres9uu5c00.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/qkres9uu5c00.jpg"},"released":1}
Forrest Gump
Forrest Gump as Club Patron
{"id":7219,"title":"Leprechaun","year":"1993","character":"Shop Owner","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/leprechaun","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/68nm3ocisel0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/68nm3ocisel0.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Leprechaun
Leprechaun as Shop Owner
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{"id":80062,"title":"Boris and Natasha","year":"1992","character":"Passerby","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/boris-and-natasha","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_80062.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_80062.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
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1988
Daddy's Boys
Daddy's Boys as Motorist
{"id":10025,"title":"Newhart","year":1985,"character":"Darryl","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/newhart","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10025.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10025.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
Newhart
Newhart as Darryl
{"id":7823,"title":"Joysticks","year":"1983","character":"Max","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/joysticks","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7823.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7823.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
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1982
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1981
Stripes
Stripes as Stillman's Aid
{"id":64010,"title":"For the Love of It","year":"1980","character":"Harvey Mookey","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/for-the-love-of-it","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_64010.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_64010.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
For the Love of It
For the Love of It as Harvey Mookey
{"id":6276,"title":"1941","year":"1979","character":"USO Nerd","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/1941","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2rtdhm8qmh70.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2rtdhm8qmh70.jpg"},"released":1}
1979
1941
1941 as USO Nerd
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1978