He is not a household name, but this actor has been in numerous television shows and movies over the span of his forty-five plus year career. Chances are you have witnessed John Pappas acting on at least one occasion. Regardless of the familiarity of his face, walking past him on the street would likely go unnoticed. Passers-by may look at him and think they know him. They just do not know how or where they have seen him before.
Born in Oakland, he spent his youth in the greater Bay Area. His alma mater is San Francisco State University. Passionate about pursuing his artistic dreams, He made his way to Hollywood and Los Angeles where he could find acting jobs. He was able to find plenty of work.
He has always been a man of multiple talents. If the acting jobs were not forthcoming, no problem. It was time for some stand-up comedy or improvisation. He proved extremely resourceful at keeping himself employed. During the 1970s he regularly made the rounds of daytime talk shows. He was always a welcome guest.
Adept in almost every aspect of the performing arts, he has written and directed plays. On occasion he directed himself in plays he wrote. His work in the theater is distinguished. He had the good fortune and talent to originate roles in the Los Angeles theater and continue the same role to New York productions.
With his chameleon-like appearance, he is just plausible as the evil villain in a spy thriller as he is at playing the guy next door. Typically, he is not the star. Rather he fills a small but pivotal role.
One of his most memorable roles was a twenty-two year run as a regular character on perhaps the most popular soap opera of all time. He started out taking several guest roles in the soap opera. In his roles he really became the character, making each character a new and different individual.
During the years he was performing as a comic he had a partner. One part of their act was a hysterical send off on a hit rock song of the day. They called it, Short Little White Guy. Audiences loved it. His was light hearted humor absent obscenities. It shows that a person can be funny without being mean spirited.
His talents even extend to painting. His style is generally abstract impressionism. This well-rounded artist has been producing wonderful paintings for more than 30 years. His work hangs in private venues and in art galleries.
He truly has the best of both worlds. He has enjoyed success and celebrity without the pitfalls of stardom. He and his wife live happily with their two dogs, Golden Retrievers, who have been the subject of some of his paintings. He made it work. He has the balance of creativity, productivity and personal fulfillment. Really, who could ask for more. He has been gifted with many talents, but he had the wisdom and discipline to put his talents to good use. Congratulations to this fine actor. It is a rare man who can achieve this balance. For all we know, he is a Zen master too.
Born in Oakland, he spent his youth in the greater Bay Area. His alma mater is San Francisco State University. Passionate about pursuing his artistic dreams, He made his way to Hollywood and Los Angeles where he could find acting jobs. He was able to find plenty of work.
He has always been a man of multiple talents. If the acting jobs were not forthcoming, no problem. It was time for some stand-up comedy or improvisation. He proved extremely resourceful at keeping himself employed. During the 1970s he regularly made the rounds of daytime talk shows. He was always a welcome guest.
Adept in almost every aspect of the performing arts, he has written and directed plays. On occasion he directed himself in plays he wrote. His work in the theater is distinguished. He had the good fortune and talent to originate roles in the Los Angeles theater and continue the same role to New York productions.
With his chameleon-like appearance, he is just plausible as the evil villain in a spy thriller as he is at playing the guy next door. Typically, he is not the star. Rather he fills a small but pivotal role.
One of his most memorable roles was a twenty-two year run as a regular character on perhaps the most popular soap opera of all time. He started out taking several guest roles in the soap opera. In his roles he really became the character, making each character a new and different individual.
During the years he was performing as a comic he had a partner. One part of their act was a hysterical send off on a hit rock song of the day. They called it, Short Little White Guy. Audiences loved it. His was light hearted humor absent obscenities. It shows that a person can be funny without being mean spirited.
His talents even extend to painting. His style is generally abstract impressionism. This well-rounded artist has been producing wonderful paintings for more than 30 years. His work hangs in private venues and in art galleries.
He truly has the best of both worlds. He has enjoyed success and celebrity without the pitfalls of stardom. He and his wife live happily with their two dogs, Golden Retrievers, who have been the subject of some of his paintings. He made it work. He has the balance of creativity, productivity and personal fulfillment. Really, who could ask for more. He has been gifted with many talents, but he had the wisdom and discipline to put his talents to good use. Congratulations to this fine actor. It is a rare man who can achieve this balance. For all we know, he is a Zen master too.
About the Author:
John Pappas is an actor and playwright who has appeared in many television shows. To learn more about this artist, check out his official website at http://www.adivingduck.com.