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
hard-times california santa
One of the things I had a hard time getting used to when I came to California in '78 was Santa Claus in shorts.
white chicago white-christmas
Coming from Chicago, I like a white Christmas.
thinking smell rooms
I always liked the smell of a smoke-filled room. I think it's a good smell.
character people able
I consider myself fortunate that I've been able to find a character that people have responded to.
people kind respect-people
I respect people and expect that kind of respect back.
drinking home doctors
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.
impact people missing
I'll miss the comments from the people on the street who love the show and who have felt its impact on the culture. I won't miss the shooting schedule, though!
goodbye emotional cleaning
I was so emotional. Choked up. I could hardly talk all day. I'll be cleaning out my trailer and saying goodbye soon, realizing what a wonderful experience this has been.
cancer winning battle
Everyone needs to be proactive and know the various warning signs of cancer. 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.
boy head longer okay passed scratched
He scratched his head and thought 'Oh, where did I go wrong? What did I do here? What's this boy doing to me?' ... He's no longer with us. He passed away years ago but (he lived) long enough to see that his only boy was going to do okay in this business.
sex guy should
For lack of a better term, they've labeled me a sex symbol. It's flattering and it should happen to every bald, overweight guy.
country hard-work opportunity
Our country offers such great opportunities for us all. Unfortunately, too many hard-working citizens go day to day without enough food to eat.
taken perfect nypd
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.
needs actors plans
I'm not one of these actors who feels a pressing need to direct, and I have no plans to do it.