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Danny Woodburn

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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.

Danny has raised awareness of the continued derogatory and dehumanizing treatment of Little People in society and the media. He serves on the Performers With Disabilities Committee of the Screen Actors Guild. He is an advocate for disabled and Little People issues, having spoken at fundraisers such as Little People's Research Fund and Cincinnati's Inclusion Network.

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Danny Woodburn es un artista en el escenario, el cine, la televisión y el circuito de clubes de comedia.

Nacido y criado en el área de Filadelfia, es hijo de una enfermera y un golfista profesional. Se graduó de la Escuela de Cine y Teatro de la Universidad Temple de Filadelfia y recibió su Premio al Logro Sobresaliente de Alumnos de 2001.

Danny alcanzó prominencia en la comedia de situación de NBC Seinfeld (1989), interpretando el papel de Mickey Abbott, el volátil pero amable amigo de Kramer. Desde su primera aparición en el programa en 1994, ganó velocidad como actor y obtuvo el respeto de los profesionales de la industria. Su personaje en Seinfeld fue un papel importante para él, en el sentido de que la escritura y la representación de Mickey es positiva y no estereotípica.

Danny ha creado conciencia sobre el continuo trato despectivo y deshumanizador de Little People en la sociedad y los medios de comunicación. Es miembro del Comité de Artistas Intérpretes con Discapacidades del Screen Actors Guild. Es un defensor de los discapacitados y los problemas de Little People, habiendo hablado en eventos para recaudar fondos como Little People's Research Fund y Cincinnati's Inclusion Network.

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