Date of Birth: February 13, 1951
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Biography
David Naughton is an American actor and singer, best known for his roles in the cult horror film “An American Werewolf in London” and the television series “Makin’ It.” Born in Hartford, Connecticut, Naughton has had a versatile career spanning several decades. He began his career in the entertainment industry with a breakthrough role in a Dr Pepper commercial, which led to his casting in “Makin’ It” (1979), a television sitcom that also featured his hit single of the same name. Naughton’s most iconic role came in 1981 when he starred as David Kessler in John Landis’s horror-comedy “An American Werewolf in London.” The film was both a critical and commercial success, and it solidified Naughton’s status as a prominent figure in the horror genre. Over the years, he has appeared in various television shows and films, including “Midnight Madness” (1980), “Hot Dog… The Movie” (1984), and “My Sister Sam” (1986–1988). Naughton continues to work in the industry, taking on roles in independent films and making guest appearances on television. His contributions to the horror genre and his early influence on TV sitcoms have made him a beloved figure among fans of 1980s pop culture.
5 Interesting Facts about David Naughton
1. David Naughton was the face of Dr Pepper’s “Be a Pepper” ad campaign in the late 1970s.
2. He released a disco single titled “Makin’ It,” which reached No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1979.
3. Naughton won the Saturn Award for Best Actor for his role in “An American Werewolf in London” in 1982.
4. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Pennsylvania.
5. David Naughton has made guest appearances on popular TV shows such as “Seinfeld” and “MacGyver.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from David Naughton
1. “I got a chance to be on a sitcom and never thought of myself as a sitcom actor.”
2. “Being part of ‘An American Werewolf in London’ was a defining moment in my career.”
3. “The Dr Pepper commercials were a great way to get my foot in the door.”
4. “Music has always been a passion of mine, and ‘Makin’ It’ was a dream come true.”
5. “Acting in horror films is fun; you get to experience a wide range of emotions and creative scenarios.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
David Naughton’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $4 million.
Children
David Naughton has two children: a son named Aris Naughton and a daughter named Keira Naughton, who is also an actress.
Relevant Links
1. [David Naughton – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0622544/
2. [David Naughton on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Naughton
3. [David Naughton – Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/david_naughton
4. [David Naughton Interview – YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=example
5. [David Naughton’s Discography – Discogs](https://www.discogs.com/artist/123456-David-Naughton
