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Larry Drake

1950 - 2016

BORN

1950

DIED

2016

Larry Drake Obituary

Larry Drake, the Emmy Award-winning actor who portrayed a mentally challenged law clerk on “L.A. Law,” died Thursday of unspecified causes, according to People Magazine and The Associated Press. He was 66.

Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1950, Drake embarked on a Hollywood career that dates back to 1971, with a small role in the film “This Stuff’ll Kill Ya!”

Numerous film appearances followed, including 1990’s “Darkman” and a starring turn in 1992’s “Dr. Giggles.”

But Drake was known best for his television work, in particular, his portrayal of “L.A. Law’s” Benny Stulwicz, the first recurring developmentally disabled character on a prime-time drama. Drake earned praised for the sensitivity of his performance in the groundbreaking role, which tackled the real-life issues that an adult with mental disabilities encounters, and he won consecutive Emmys in 1988 and 1989.

Some of his final performances included a guest-star appearance on “Boston Legal” in 2008 and a part in 2009’s horror-thriller “Dead Air.”

Published by Daily Courier on Mar. 17, 2016.

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I remember him for his roll in Dr.giggles and his roll in dark man he will never be forgotten. Dennis winship Lynn Massachusetts

Dennis Winship

Friend

March 10, 2022

Larry, i only knew you as Dr Giggles. i know this is coming 6 years late, but i just watched Dr Giggles again the other night, and looked you up, and saw you had passed away. you were awesome! godspeed, and i'll look for you on the other side.
your friend,
Ryan Oskar

Ryan Oskar

Friend

February 26, 2022

Larry,

This message is coming extremely late. I was not aware of your passing until a few weeks ago. You were such an outstanding actor and a beautiful person. I wish I could have had the pleasure of meeting you at one of the movie conventions. Thank you for so many wonderful memories; especially regarding Bubba and Benny. Rest In Peace Larry, and may God Bless you, your friends and family. Sending out much love, warm thoughts and prayers.

Angelique

September 18, 2019

RIP, Larry.

Judy S Thomas

January 11, 2017

Valenda Newell

August 3, 2016

Just learned of Larry's death. Please accept my heartfelt condolences to the family. Larry's acting career demonstrated his ability to reach his highest potential doing what he loved. In God's promised Paradise, we will all praise God perfectly in the performance of life for all eternity. Remembering Larry Drake with fondness!

Bobbie

May 30, 2016

What a remarkable actor, he will be missed by everyone . I had the honor of meeting him at the Texas Frightmare 2014 . He made me laugh . I enjoyed all his movies . God Bless his family . Cathy Mrugala Arlington Texas April 20, 2016

Cathy Mrugala

Acquaintance

April 21, 2016

R.I.P Larry Drake who, I remembered as Dr. Giggles, and Good performance in Darkman.My Condolences to the family God bless and Comfort for their loss

Dedria Varise

April 8, 2016

What a great actor! He was awesome in LA Law. He was so believable. My sincere condolences to Larry Drake's family and friends. During this difficult time may you find comfort knowing Larry is in God's memory.

Randie

March 28, 2016

Rest in Peace

Scott Chamberland

March 24, 2016

Our prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Larry Drake. Outstanding actor and truly respected by mentally challenged fans. Rest in peace dear friend.

Dan/Gene Scott/Walker

March 22, 2016

Paul Burns

March 21, 2016

Rest In Peace Larry Drake! Your portrayal of the character Benny on L.A. Law made my cousin feel very proud and not feel ashamed of his disability.

Bernie Agee

March 21, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the family. We loved Larry on L.A.Law and he will missed by many. God cares and will comfort you.

mary Smith

March 21, 2016

My condolences to the family during this difficult time.

March 21, 2016

Larry Drake is the Greatest Actor On Tv & Movies

Grady Youngblood

March 20, 2016

So sorry to hear of Mr. Drakes passing. So loved him in Dr. Giggles.

Sue Christiansen

March 20, 2016

Matthew McGuire

March 20, 2016

My condolences to your family. Larry was a talented actor who could capture the role he was portraying.~Jeremiah 29:11

March 20, 2016

Larry was a great actor and will be missed by his fans. May his family be surrounded by love at this very sad time. A Fan

March 19, 2016

rip

michelle plakas-kaiser

March 19, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

March 19, 2016

Excellent actor will miss you on the big screen

Carl Hayes

March 19, 2016

Sincere sympathies to the surviving Drake family. May you find comfort in your fond memories and look to God and his promises for the future during this most difficult time.

Bennett Family

March 19, 2016

R.I. P. Mr. Drake

Carmon Jones

March 18, 2016

My condolences on his passing

Sonia Melendez

March 18, 2016

Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

Harry Simpson

March 18, 2016

Larry Drake also protrayed Bubba/ Scarecrow in Dark Night Of The Scarecrow one of my favorite movies Rest In Peace Larry

kathy smith

March 18, 2016

Rest in Peace

March 18, 2016

God bless him.

c.

March 18, 2016

To the family Larry Drake

May the God of peace "comfort your heart and make you firm" these difficult times, 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17.

Deepest Sympathy
Ellen Evans

March 18, 2016

Laura Brandon

March 18, 2016

Dear Drake Family:

I hope you find comfort in knowing that Mr. Drake brought so much awareness to people with various types of mental challenges. His sensitive portrayals were impressive--and at various times--wonderfully tearful. Rest in eternal peace, Larry. You'll forever be "Benny, the Law Clerk" to me.

Debra Smith-Meriweather

March 18, 2016

As a special education teacher I was thrilled with Larry Drake's performance on L.A. Law. My husband and I truly enjoyed watching him and the Election Night episode stands out as a true winner. Thanks for many years of enjoyment and our sympathy to his family.

Steve and Colleen Arnowitz

March 18, 2016

Linda Tracy

March 18, 2016

May it comfort you to know that God as well as others care about your loss at this time.

Sincerely

March 18, 2016

I'll always remember him from Dark night of the scarecrow. Very sad to hear of his passing.

Troy Harper

March 18, 2016

My sincere sympathy for the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in knowing that those who die, God keeps in His memory because they are "precious" in His eyes. - Psalm 116:15

Susie

March 18, 2016

Mr. Drake will be missed. Deepest sympathy to his family.

March 18, 2016

In God's care, rest in peace.

Dwayne Bickham,Sr.

March 18, 2016

Mr Drake was truly an amazing actor, he will be greatly missed.
May God comfort you during this difficult time . Please accept my sincere condolences, May you have peace. John11:11-14

RDR

March 18, 2016

Very sad when a loved one passes. There's always the feeling of 'why'. Well God does not want us to die. God wants us to live forever.

March 18, 2016

Thank you for sharing your talent. God bless.

Sheila

March 18, 2016

Thank you for sharing your talent. God bless.

Sheila

March 18, 2016

RIP Larry, from "The Karate Kid" to "Darkman" and to TV's L.A. Law you will be missed by all your fans.

Carl Franks

March 18, 2016

Rest in peace. Always saw LA Law.

Enrique Godoy

March 18, 2016

I am so very sorry for your loss. May God comfort your hearts and make you firm. (1Thess. 3:16,17)

March 18, 2016

God bless you in Heven
Larry Drake. We loved your performances.
Linda

Linda Ci.ndy

March 18, 2016

I extend to you my heartfelt sympathy on your loss. May Ps.9:9 bring your family comfort.
~ M. Loyd

March 18, 2016

Larry,

Thank you for your courage and boldness in your choice of roles. Your portrayal of "Benny" in 1988 was as someone who "mentally retarded". Benny opened America's eyes, and now he is remembered as "mentally challenged".

The world is full of "Benny's". Parents no longer fear sending their most special children out into the world,

Even better,they are no longer "They".

They have names that people remember because they go to school or work with them every day. They have feelings and value. They make a difference. They work in the real world, with a work ethic second to none. They teach people about what is truly important in life. Caring about what you do. Doing your best. Helping your friends that may not be as fortunate as you.

My sympathies to your friends and family for their loss. Rest in peace.

Brian G

March 17, 2016

Rest In Peace!

Steve

March 17, 2016

Rip Larry Drake ! He was a gifted actor remember him from L.A. Law to his family my heartfelt condolences. God Bless! Rest In Eternal Peace Mr. Drake

Steven

March 17, 2016

I send my sincere condolences to the Drake family. He was an accomplished actor who entertained many with his talent. He will not soon be forgotten. May the God of peace be with the Drake family~Rom.15:33.

LA

March 17, 2016

Brian G

March 17, 2016

I am sooo proud of this actor for bringing mental illness to the forfrount thank you all and I am sooo sorry for ur loss kim gadsden alabama

March 17, 2016

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