Clarence Gilyard Jr. who was also known as Clarence Alfred Gilyard Jr. Was an American actor who was born on December 24, 1955, in Moses Lake, Washington, United States. He got died on November 28, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.

He initiated his acting career in the year 1980 and worked till the year 2022. There is still a lot more to know about him, hence we have collected some interesting facts that you may find fascinating. 

8 Things You Didn’t Know About Clarence Gilyard Jr. 

1. Best Known For

He was not only a brilliant actor but also a very good director. He has starred in many films but he was best known for his portrayal in the films Die Hard (1988), Walker, Texas Ranger (1993), and Top Gun (1986). ^[1] 

2. First Movie Debut

Clarence Gilyard was a great actor of his time who made his first debut in the movie as an F-14 Tomcat in the film Top Gun. ^[2] 

3. His Death

He was the phenomenal actor of his time who proved himself by his amazing acting skills and got famous and popular among the people due to his talent. But this amazing star got died due to natural death on November 28, 2022. 

4. Popular Roles

He was doubtlessly a great actor who starred in many popular films. He played many popular roles and some of them include his character of second private investigator and right-hand man Conrad McMasters to Ben Matlock in the drama series Matlock. 

5. Television Credits

He didn’t only star in films and movies but also appeared in many television series. Some of them include his starring in Christmas On The Coast, Walker, Texas Ranger: Trial by Fire,  Sons of thunder, and many others. 

6. Member Of the Board Of Directors

Once in an interview, Clarence told us that he had the honor of being a member of the Board of Directors for Holy Cross Family Ministries. ^[3] 

7. What He Teaches His Children

He thinks that the teenagers of this generation have a bright and good hearts and he, along with his wife asks his children to pray to God and give at least 1 hour in a week to God.  ^[4] 

8. Occupations Other Than Actor

There is no doubt that he was a really good actor and performer of that time but he is not only an actor but also a very good author and a University Professor as well. He got his graduation from California State University.