Larry Drake
- Birthplace: Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA
- Birthday: February 21, 1949
Tall and husky in a gangly way, Larry Drake was so convincing as the developmentally-challenged Benny Stulwicz on NBC's "L.A. Law" for seven seasons (1987-94) that he was undoubtedly asked by people on the street if he were, indeed, retarded. The role won him two Emmy awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series and turned an obscure stage career into that of a viable character player and occasional lead.
Drake had migrated from Oklahoma to Dallas, TX to perform in regional theater after graduating from college. W…more