Michael Jeter

He is survived by his partner, Sean Blue. Larroquette has appeared on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson on numerous occassions, as well as several appearances on both Dave Letterman's shows. He has hosted Saturday Night Live twice. As of 2004 the cause of death has yet to be determined. He is also a registered member of the Libertarian Party, a fact he alluded to when he made an appearance on Dennis Miller's CNBC show on the "Varsity Panel". He had been thought to be in good health, but was found dead in his home in Los Angeles, California. He has three children with his wife, Elizabeth Ann Cookson. When he was diagnosed with HIV, he discussed it openly at a time when there was still much unreasoned fear about the disease. In the seventies and eighties, Larroquette battled alcoholism.

He was open about his troubles with drug and alcohol addiction, and for a time decided to retire from entertainment, but was eventually enticed back with roles on television and in movies. Other movies Larroquette had significant roles in include: Stripes, Meatballs Part II, Summer Rental, Star Trek III: The Search for Spock, JFK, and Richie Rich. His woebegone look, extreme flexibility and high energy led Tommy Tune to cast him in the Off-Broadway Cloud 9 and, on Broadway, in a memorable role in the musical Grand Hotel, for which he won a Tony Award in 1990. He starred in the 1989 movie Second Sight, with Bronson Pinchot, and Madhouse, with Kirstie Alley. Larroquette was the (uncredited) narrator in the 1974 slasher The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. He pursued his initial stage career in Baltimore, Maryland, as he had heard it was hard to get work in New York without an equity card. He later starred on The John Larroquette Show as John Hemmingway. Born in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, Jeter was a student at Memphis State University when his interests changed from medicine to acting. His feelings for Christine evolved into a rivalry with Harry (Harry Anderson) for her affection.

Michael Jeter (August 26, 1952 - March 30, 2003) was a United States actor. Fielding flirted incessantly with any young female including both Billie and Christine (Markie Post). Waterworld. His delivery, especially for his libidinous jokes, was perfect. The Boys Next Door. However, Larroquette's real talent was in his comic timing. Dead Bang. In a famous example, he talked a chemically-imbalanced Roz (Marsha Warfield) down from a ledge.

The Polar Express (to be released posthumously.). However, on many occassions Fielding displayed true warmth and well-timed morality. Mouse Hunt. Smarmy, crude, and self-centered, he represented the most negative stereotype of a lawyer. The Money Pit. For many, Larroquette's Fielding was the main draw to the show. Zelig. His four consecutive wins were, at the time, a record.

Ragtime. In 1989, he asked to not be considered for Emmy consideration. Hair. Danforth (Dan) Reinhold Fielding, a role for which he won Emmys in 1985, 1986, 1987, and 1988. Patch Adams. He is probably most famous for his role on Night Court where he played weaselly Assistant D.A. Jakob the Liar. John Bernard Larroquette is an actor in television and the movies.

The Fisher King. Directed several episodes of Night Court. Jurassic Park III. Is an avid New Orleans Saints fan. The Green Mile. Played reed instruments as a child. Open Range. Has an earring in his left ear.

Taken. I'd like to be doing quality acting in a quality role and making as many people as possible happy.". From Here to Eternity. "The medium doesn't matter. Hothouse. "When I call myself an artist, please realize I do this with my tongue firmly implanted in my cheek...". Noodle's Brother, Mr. Noodle". Sanford and Son.

Sesame Street: as Elmo's friend "Mr. Kojak. Gypsy (1993 TV version). Three's Company. Evening Shade. Mork & Mindy. Grand Hotel (Tony award for his portrayal of Otto Kringelein, a dying man with a thirst for life, his song "We'll Take a Glass Together" was revelatory.). Dallas.

Cloud 9. Dave's World. Point. The West Wing. R. The Practice - Joey Heric. G. The Incurable Collector.