Quick Facts
Born:
1968-02-08
Birthplace:
Zion, Illinois, USA
Credits:
77 Total Roles
Gary Coleman
Acting
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Biography
Gary Wayne Coleman (February 8, 1968 — May 28, 2010) was an American actor, known for his childhood role as Arnold Jackson in the American sitcom Diff'rent Strokes (1978–1986) and for his small stature as an adult. He was described in the 1980s as "one of television's most promising stars". After a successful childhood acting career, Coleman struggled financially later in life. In 1989, he successfully sued his parents and business advisor over misappropriation of his assets, only to declare bankruptcy a decade later.
Known For
The Simpsons
Gary Coleman (voice)
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
Arnold Jackson-Drummond
Drake & Josh
Gary Coleman
Married... with Children
Reverend
Married... with Children
Property Inspector
Robot Chicken
Arnold Jackson / Barry the Banana / James Robert 'Radio' Kennedy (voice)
My Wife and Kids
Himself
Saturday Night Live
Self (uncredited)
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Gary MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2014 | Amnesia: Who Are You? MOVIE | Internet Submission 2 |
| 2011 | Midgets vs Mascots MOVIE | Himself |
| 2010 | The Horrible Terrible Misadventures of David Atkins TV | Himself |
| 2009 | Nitro Circus TV | Self |
| 2008 | An American Carol MOVIE | Slave |
| 2008 | The Great Buck Howard MOVIE | Gary Coleman |
| 2007 | A Christmas Too Many MOVIE | Pizza Guy |
| 2006 | Behind the Camera: The Unauthorized Story of 'Diff'rent Strokes' MOVIE | Himself |
| 2006 | Church Ball MOVIE | Charles Higgins |