Biography for
David J. Garfield More at IMDbPro »

Date of Birth

11 May 1969, Brooklyn, New York, USA

Height

5' 7½" (1.71 m)

Mini Biography

Son of actor Kurt Garfield, brother of Jason Garfield, very closely related to John Garfield, David was born in Brooklyn, New York as a 3rd generation actor David started shooting/editing films at age 13. At age 15, he performed live on television as a juggler ("Kids on Stage '87", Seattle, Washington). He has since written, produced, and directed three independent films each of which has gained their own admiration by fans and national press.

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Trivia

Was friends with Christian Slater at eleven years old.

Impersonated 'Garth' from _"Wayne's World" (1992)_ for Dana Carvey on the set, and he said it was "frighteningly accurate and impressive".

First appearance on television was as a juggler on Baywatch.

Creates non-violent video games and helps children's charities with his software company.

Can be seen in the opening credits of every episode of "My So-Called Life" (1994) during its first season.

Is the brother of Jason Garfield and original tutor of his juggling.

Played bass guitar with Keanu Reeves during production breaks of Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey.

Is engaged to Susan Garibotto.

Personal Quotes

It's my 'what can I do' attitude to help others, that I consider the secret of my success.

Where Are They Now

(August 2007) (Through Winter 2007) Producing/Directing his 35mm feature "The Suitcase" in New York, New England, Las Vegas & Los Angeles

(September 2008) - (February 2009): Post-Production of "The Suitcase", Pre-Production on "Untitled David J. Garfield Project" slated for production early Spring 2009

(May 2010) Shooting his new feature script: "The Rude, the Mad, and the Funny" starring Arthur Wahlberg.