Dennis Franz
Dennis Franz
Dennis Franz Schlachtais an American actor best known for his role as hard-boiled NYPD Detective Andy Sipowicz in the ABC television series NYPD Blue...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionTV Actor
Date of Birth28 October 1944
CountryUnited States of America
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I lost my father to colon cancer but am happy to say I have several family members who are long time cancer survivors. Everyone needs to be pro-active and know the various warning signs. We still need to find the cures, BUT early detection and research to make detection easier at earlier stages, along with the treatments needs, is still a must. I salute all those winning the battle.
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I am not interested in considering another TV series. This one was a wonderful experience which will be hard to top, and It's caused me to turn down several good film opportunities because of the schedule.
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Leave It to Beaver.' I could relate to being that age. It also kind of was an ideal world, at least at that time. I look at it now, and it wasn't very politically correct. But I felt all warm and fuzzy when watching the show. I used to read Little Lulu comics for the same reason. It was just a perfect world.
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For lack of a better term, they've labeled me a sex symbol. It's flattering. It should happen to every bald, overweight guy.
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That in itself is such a huge reward -- to be recognized by your peer group and in our particular case, this would be the seventh year of the show. This might be the most satisfying one.
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When he realized who he'd pulled over, the policeman shook his head in disbelief. He told me of all people I should know better. He gave me a real dressing down, but let me go.
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One of the things I had a hard time getting used to when I came to California in '78 was Santa Claus in shorts.
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Coming from Chicago, I like a white Christmas.
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I always liked the smell of a smoke-filled room. I think it's a good smell.
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I consider myself fortunate that I've been able to find a character that people have responded to.
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I respect people and expect that kind of respect back.
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I'm not one of these actors who feels a pressing need to direct, and I have no plans to do it.
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In a perfect world, you would be able to hold onto everyone. But It's not realistic. The changes with NYPD have been progressive and have taken the show to new levels.
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My doctor asked me if I smoked, and I said only when I'm working, golfing, or drinking. Then I realized the only time I don't smoke is when I'm home. I didn't even realize I'd become a smoker.