
Danny Goldring (May 31, 1946 – December 2, 2022) was an American actor recognized for his work in stage, television, and film. Born in Woodstock, Illinois, he was the son of a U.S. Navy officer and spent much of his childhood traveling with his family. After attending prep school in Maryland and serving in the U.S. Army Signal Corps during the Vietnam era, Goldring pursued acting, studying at the Goodman School of Drama in Chicago and performing in numerous stage productions.
He began his screen career in 1976 and was often cast as authority figures such as detectives, motorcycle cops, and army officers due to his distinctive husky voice and commanding presence. Goldring appeared in many television series including "NYPD Blue," "Angel Street," "Turks," and "Boss," and films like "The Dark Knight," "The Fugitive," and "Vice Versa." He was also active in Chicago's theater scene, performing in plays including a David Mamet Festival. Goldring passed away from kidney failure in Chicago at the age of 76.

The Dark Knight
2008 · as Grumpy

The Fugitive
1993 · as Head Illinois State Trooper

Bean
1997 · as Security Buck

Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story
2009 · as Professor Burket

Above the Law
1988 · as Zagon's Aide

Chain Reaction
1996 · as Clancy Butler

Virtuosity
1995 · as John Symes

Captive State
2019 · as Prison Guard

The Package
1989 · as Undercover Bum

The Babe
1992 · as Bill Carrigan

Just Visiting
2001 · as Bartender

Normal
2003 · as Church Friend Pete

Children of the Corn V: Fields of Terror
1998 · as Mr. O'Brien

Johnny Ryan
1990 · as Ben Dougherty

Always Outnumbered
1998 · as Parker

Chicago Overcoat
2009 · as Ralph Maloney

Dig Two Graves
2014 · as Proctor

Crime Story: Pilot
1986 · as Homicide Detective