Matt McCoy

Matt McCoy was born on May 20, 1956, in Cincinnati, Ohio, though some sources indicate Austin, Texas, and Washington, D.C. He grew up in Bethesda, Maryland, and attended Walter Johnson High School, graduating in 1974. He briefly attended the University of Maryland, College Park, and worked at the Harlequin Dinner Theater in Rockville before moving to New York City. McCoy is a graduate of the Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre, completing his studies in 1979. He has been married to Mary McCoy since 1985 and they have three children.

Throughout his career, McCoy has made significant contributions to both film and television. His notable film roles include Sgt. Nick Lassard in “Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach” (1988) and “Police Academy 6: City Under Siege” (1989), Michael Bartel in “The Hand That Rocks the Cradle” (1992), and Brett Chase in the neo-noir crime film “L.A. Confidential” (1997). He also appeared in “National Security” (2003) alongside Martin Lawrence and Steve Zahn, and in “The Ice Road” (2021). His television work spans decades, with appearances in popular shows like “Seinfeld” as Lloyd Braun, “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” “The Golden Girls,” “Silicon Valley,” and “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan.”

In addition to his acting roles, McCoy has taken on production responsibilities, serving as a producer for the film “Krews” (2010). He has also been involved in commercial work, becoming a spokesperson for The Hartford Insurance Company in 2014, and continuing this role for their AARP Auto Insurance Program. His career demonstrates a steady progression through diverse roles, maintaining a presence across various genres and media platforms. He has accumulated over a hundred acting credits, showcasing his versatility and dedication to his profession.