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David Patrick Kelly: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is David Patrick Kelly? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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David Patrick Kelly (born January 23, 1951) is an American actor, musician and lyricist who has appeared in numerous films and television series. He is best known for his role as the main antagonist Luther in the cult film The Warriors (1979). Kelly is also known for his collaborations with Spike Lee, in the films Malcolm X (1992), Crooklyn (1994), and Chi-Raq (2015), and with David Lynch, appearing in Wild at Heart (1990) as well as Twin Peaks (1990–91) and its 2017 revival. Kelly's other credits include roles in 48 Hrs. (1982), Commando (1985), The Crow (1994), The Funeral and Last Man Standing (both 1996), The Longest Yard (2005), as President Harry S. Truman in Flags of Our Fathers (2006), and a recurring role in The Blacklist (2015).

Quick facts about David Patrick Kelly

  • Full name: David Patrick Kelly
  • Born: 1951-01-23
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q210076

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Who is David Patrick Kelly?

David Patrick Kelly (born January 23, 1951) is an American actor, musician and lyricist who has appeared in numerous films and television series.

What nationality is David Patrick Kelly?

David Patrick Kelly is United States.

When was David Patrick Kelly born?

David Patrick Kelly was born on 1951-01-23.

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