David Gordon Strickland Jr. was an American actor remembered for his comedic performances in television and film.
He gained widespread recognition as Todd Stites, the music critic on the NBC sitcom Suddenly Susan.
His other notable credits included Mad About You, Sister, Sister, Roseanne, Delivered, and Forces of Nature.
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| Real Name: | David Gordon Strickland Jr. |
| Stage Name: | David Strickland |
| Born: | October 14, 1969 (age 56 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Glen Cove, New York, USA |
| Nationality: | American |
| Ethnicity: | White American |
| Height: | 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm) |
| Religion: | Christianity |
| Parents: | Mr. David Gordon Strickland Sr., Mrs. Karen Strickland |
| Relationship: | Tiffani Thiessen |
| Occupation: | Actor |
| Net Worth: | $500,000 |
Early Life and Education
David Gordon Strickland Jr. was born on October 14, 1969, in Glen Cove, Long Island, New York, to business executives Mr. David Gordon Strickland Sr. and Mrs. Karen Strickland.
His family later moved to Princeton, New Jersey, before settling in the Los Angeles area. He became interested in acting during high school, joined a theatre company instead of attending college, and performed comedy sketches that he wrote alongside a friend.
Career
David Strickland began developing his acting career through theatre and student films, reportedly participating in 64 student productions before gaining professional television roles.
His early television appearances included Roseanne, Dave’s World, Mad About You, and Sister, Sister. In 1996, he joined the cast of Suddenly Susan as Todd Stites, the magazine’s quirky rock-music critic, which became his most recognizable role.
His film credits included Postcards from America, Object of Obsession, Delivered, and Forces of Nature. In Forces of Nature, he played Steve Montgomery opposite Ben Affleck and Sandra Bullock.
Strickland‘s career was cut short by his death in 1999 at age 29.
Personal Life
David Strickland was 29 years old when he died in Las Vegas on March 22, 1999.
He was in a relationship with actress Tiffani Thiessen at the time of his death.
He was known among friends and colleagues for his comedic personality and interests, including golf, making fruit smoothies, and paddle tennis.
His career lasted only about five years but included a prominent television role and several film appearances. Strickland‘s death was ruled a suicide by hanging, found in his hotel room at the Oasis Motel in Las Vegas.
Net Worth
David Strickland had a net worth of approximately $500,000 USD at the time of his death. His earnings came primarily from television and film acting.
His recurring work on Mad About You, Sister, Sister, and especially Suddenly Susan provided the foundation of his professional income, while his later film appearances in Delivered and Forces of Nature expanded his screen career.
Filmography
- Roseanne
- Dave’s World
- Mad About You
- Sister, Sister
- Postcards from America
- Object of Obsession
- Suddenly Susan — Todd Stites
- Delivered — Lead role
- Forces of Nature — Steve Montgomery