Daniel von Bargen
Actor

Daniel von Bargen Net Worth

Daniel von Bargen was an American actor of German and English descent, born in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 5, 1950. He attended Purdue University, majoring in drama, and later joined the Trinity Repertory Theatre in Providence, Rhode Island. His breakthrough role in Mastergate (1992) launched him onto Broadway stages, and he has since starred in off-Broadway productions of "Beggars in the House of Plenty," "Macbeth," "The Cherry Orchard," "Hurlyburly," and "Uncle Vanya." On TV, he is known for his roles in Malcolm in the Middle (2000) and The West Wing (1999). His performance in The Postman (1997) as the Pineview sheriff was a stand-out, and he played Nix in Clive Barker's Lord of Illusions (1995). He was known for his ability to layer an otherwise forgettable character with a subtle and poignant humanity, often conveyed merely with his eyes or change of voice.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actor, Soundtrack
Birth Day June 05, 1950
Birth Place  Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Age 70 YEARS OLD
Died On March 1, 2015(2015-03-01) (aged 64)\nMontgomery, Ohio, U.S.
Birth Sign Cancer
Occupation Actor
Years active 1970–2009

💰 Net worth: $1.4 Million (2024)

Daniel von Bargen, an acclaimed actor and singer from the United States, has an estimated net worth of $1.4 million as of 2024. Known for his versatile performances and melodious voice, Daniel has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. Throughout his illustrious career, he has showcased his talents as an actor and contributed to numerous movies and TV shows, leaving an indelible mark on audiences worldwide. With his vast experience and undeniable talent, it is no surprise that Daniel von Bargen has accumulated such a substantial net worth.

Biography/Timeline

1968

Von Bargen was born to Juanita J. (née Bustle) and Donald L. von Bargen, and was of German and English descent. He grew up in Cincinnati for most of his childhood before moving with his family to Southern California. In 1968, von Bargen graduated from Reading High School. He graduated from Purdue University in Indiana.

1974

In 1974, von Bargen made his television debut in Great Performances.

1981

Von Bargen's stage career included a long residency with Trinity Repertory Company in Providence, Rhode Island; he made his Off-Broadway debut in 1981 in Missing Persons. He also appeared in the debut of Larry Gelbart's Mastergate and other plays at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He made his Broadway debut when the show went to New York City. In 1990, he won a Theatre World Award for Outstanding New Performer for his role in Mastergate. His last films roles were as Maury in London Betty and as George Burgess in Things That Hang from Trees.

1993

In 1993, von Bargen narrated the unabridged Streets of Laredo audiobook.

2012

On February 20, 2012, von Bargen shot himself in the temple during an apparent suicide attempt. After placing a phone call to a 911 operator, emergency crews were dispatched to his Montgomery, Ohio, apartment. Von Bargen suffered from diabetes and, at the time of his death, had been living with one leg amputated. He was due to have a couple of toes amputated on the other foot and reportedly did not want to submit to another surgery.

2015

Von Bargen died on March 1, 2015, of undisclosed causes, having experienced complications from diabetes for years. He was 64 years old.

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