Danny Woodburn
- Actor
- Producer
- Writer
Danny Woodburn is an entertainer on stage, film, television, and the comedy club circuit.
Born and raised in the Philadelphia area, he is the son of a nurse and a professional golfer. He is a graduate of Philadelphia's Temple University's School of Film and Theater and recipient of their Outstanding Alumni Achievement Award of 2001.
Danny achieved prominence on NBC's sitcom Seinfeld (1989), performing the role of Mickey Abbott, the volatile but lovable friend of Kramer. Since his first appearance on the show in 1994 he has gained speed as an actor and garnered respect from industry professionals. His character on Seinfeld was an important role for him, in the sense that the writing and portrayal of Mickey is positive and non-stereotypical. Since his first appearance Danny has continued as a journey actor working in more than 200 productions as one of the most diverse character actors in the industry.
Danny is a well-known, long-time advocate for performers with disability in film, television and theatre. He has served on the Performers With Disabilities Committee of SAG-AFTRA, where he not only negotiated better contract terms for disabled actors, but created more opportunities, fought for authentic representation, and increased inclusion and diversity at the studio and network level. He created the concept known as the "Woodburn Ratio" which demands that when productions employ a non-disabled actor in a disabled character role, said production must then employ 3 disabled actors in other roles. His work in the film and television industry has changed social perceptions of persons with disability.
Born and raised in the Philadelphia area, he is the son of a nurse and a professional golfer. He is a graduate of Philadelphia's Temple University's School of Film and Theater and recipient of their Outstanding Alumni Achievement Award of 2001.
Danny achieved prominence on NBC's sitcom Seinfeld (1989), performing the role of Mickey Abbott, the volatile but lovable friend of Kramer. Since his first appearance on the show in 1994 he has gained speed as an actor and garnered respect from industry professionals. His character on Seinfeld was an important role for him, in the sense that the writing and portrayal of Mickey is positive and non-stereotypical. Since his first appearance Danny has continued as a journey actor working in more than 200 productions as one of the most diverse character actors in the industry.
Danny is a well-known, long-time advocate for performers with disability in film, television and theatre. He has served on the Performers With Disabilities Committee of SAG-AFTRA, where he not only negotiated better contract terms for disabled actors, but created more opportunities, fought for authentic representation, and increased inclusion and diversity at the studio and network level. He created the concept known as the "Woodburn Ratio" which demands that when productions employ a non-disabled actor in a disabled character role, said production must then employ 3 disabled actors in other roles. His work in the film and television industry has changed social perceptions of persons with disability.
