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 is a well-known, long-time advocate for performers with disability in film, television and theatre. He serves on the
Performers With Disabilities Committee of SAG-AFTRA, where he not only negotiated better contract terms for disabled actors, but created more opportunities, fought for authentic representation, and increased inclusion and diversity at the studio and network level. His work has changed social perceptions of persons with disability.
The Witcher(2019)as Zoltan Chivay
Bookie(2023)as Petey
Billions(2016)as Judge William Rucker
Willow(2022)as Wiggleheim
Station 19(2018)as Tobias
ADA31 Lead on CELEBRIZE! Celebrate & Recognize Non-Apparent Disabilities(2021)
Servants of Twilight(1991)
All American Christmas Carol(2013)
Puppy Star Christmas(2018)
The Identical(2014)
Reza Rifts(2021)as Self
Magic Moments - Danny Woodburn on Death to Smoochy(2024)as Self
Meet the Biz(2016)as Self, Special Guest
The George Lucas Talk Show(2020)as Self
Le Hard Corner(2009)
Seinfeld(1989)as Mickey Abbott
