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Clarence Gilyard

Clarence Alfred Gilyard, Jr. (born December 24, 1955) is an African American actor, college professor, and author who has been featured in movies and television since 1980. He is sometimes credited as Clarence A. Gilyard.

Gilyard is known for his roles as second private investigator and right-hand man Conrad McMasters, to Ben Matlock on the legal drama series, Matlock from 1989 to 1993; as Pastor Bruce Barnes in the Left Behind movie trilogy; Cordell Walker's Texas Ranger partner, James "Jimmy" Trivette, in the 1990s crime drama, Walker, Texas Ranger, Theo, the terrorist computer expert in Die Hard and Lieutenant (junior grade) Marcus "Sundown" Williams in Top Gun.

Career

In 1979, Gilyard moved to Los Angeles to become an actor. He became the first African American actor to undertake the role of the cheerleader in the play Bleacher Bums before he segued into television roles. As a character actor, Gilyard has made guest appearances on TV shows such as Diff'rent Strokes, The Facts of Life, 227, Simon & Simon and Riptide. In 1982–1983, Gilyard was cast in the final season of the NBC TV series CHiPs as Officer Benjamin Webster, opposite Erik Estrada. He co-starred with Jim Carrey in the 1984 NBC sitcom, The Duck Factory.

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  • Sheree Wilson and Clarance Gilyard Celebrate 25 Years Of "Walker, Texas Ranger"

    This segment aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News Show on Friday May 25th, 2018.

    published: 25 May 2018
  • "Walker, Texas Ranger," "Die Hard" star Clarence Gilyard Jr. dies

    Clarence Gilyard Jr., the actor best known for playing computer hacker Theo in "Die Hard" and naval flight officer Marcus "Sundown" Williams in "Top Gun," has died at the age of 66. https://abc7.com/clarence-gilyard-jr-death-walker-texas-ranger-actor-die-hard-movie-university-of-nevada/12505483/

    published: 29 Nov 2022
  • Clarence Gilyard on Fatherhood

    Husband, Father, Educator, Artist, Actor (Top Gun, Die Hard, Walker Texas Ranger) Clarence Gilyard talks about being a father of teen children,

    published: 08 Jun 2012
  • Clarence Gilyard Interview

    Actor Clarence Gilyard shares insights about his life as a Catholic dramatic artist. - Captured Live on Ustream at http://www.ustream.tv/channel/catholic-faith-and-life

    published: 04 Jan 2014
  • "Walker, Texas Ranger" Actor Clarence Gilyard Jr. Has Died

    Clarence Gilyard Jr. who played Chuck Norris' Ranger Cordell Walker's right-hand man, Ranger James Trivette has passed away at the age of 66 years old. Clarence Gilyard Jr. played in many film classics such as Top Gun, Die Hard, and of course his signature role in Walker Texas Ranger. Our hearts and prayers go out to Clarence Gilyard Jr.'s family and friends during this difficult time. #walkertexasranger #diehard #topgun Subscribe to Country Cast → https://bit.ly/2TD6Uir Subscribe to our rock music channel, Rock Feed → http://bit.ly/1OgssY1 Official website: www.countrycast.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@countrycast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/countrycastnet/

    published: 29 Nov 2022
  • Jason (Clarence Gilyard) Protects Women With His FISTS | Walker, Texas Ranger

    Wild West Doctor Jason (Clarence Gilyard) cannot abide crass thugs preying on women! Season 7 Episode 5, 'Paradise Trail': In a story set in the 1800s, Walker's hero, bounty hunter Hayes Cooper, protects Mormon settlers from bandits. Buy the complete season now: https://amzn.to/3JJVJwi Subscribe to the Walker, Texas Ranger Official channel: https://bit.ly/OfficialWalkerTexasRanger Chuck Norris (martial arts expert with a black belt) plays lawman Cordell Walker, who sometimes bends the law, to the dismay of Fort Worth prosecutor Alex Cahill. #WalkerTexasRanger #ChuckNorris #Shootout Jason (Clarence Gilyard) Protects Women With His FISTS | Walker, Texas Ranger https://www.youtube.com/c/walkertexasranger

    published: 27 May 2022
  • UNLV Professor Clarence Gilyard passes away

    UNLV Professor Clarence Gilyard passes away

    published: 29 Nov 2022
  • Rip Clarence Gilyard

    for those of you who don't know who this is Clarence Gilyard Jr was an actor for many years on Matlock and Walker Texas Ranger I grew up watching reruns of him and Chuck Norris. my mother introduced me to the show when I was young and it was something we used to do together this month has not been a good month for my childhood Heroes first kevin conroy and jason david frank now clarence gilyard. rest in peace and thank you Ranger trivette for the wonderful memories you gave me with my mother.

    published: 29 Nov 2022
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Sheree Wilson and Clarance Gilyard Celebrate 25 Years Of "Walker, Texas Ranger"
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Sheree Wilson and Clarance Gilyard Celebrate 25 Years Of "Walker, Texas Ranger"

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This segment aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News Show on Friday May 25th, 2018.
https://wn.com/Sheree_Wilson_And_Clarance_Gilyard_Celebrate_25_Years_Of_Walker,_Texas_Ranger
"Walker, Texas Ranger," "Die Hard" star Clarence Gilyard Jr. dies
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"Walker, Texas Ranger," "Die Hard" star Clarence Gilyard Jr. dies

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Clarence Gilyard Jr., the actor best known for playing computer hacker Theo in "Die Hard" and naval flight officer Marcus "Sundown" Williams in "Top Gun," has died at the age of 66. https://abc7.com/clarence-gilyard-jr-death-walker-texas-ranger-actor-die-hard-movie-university-of-nevada/12505483/
https://wn.com/Walker,_Texas_Ranger,_Die_Hard_Star_Clarence_Gilyard_Jr._Dies
Clarence Gilyard on Fatherhood
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Clarence Gilyard on Fatherhood

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  • Uploaded Date: 08 Jun 2012
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Husband, Father, Educator, Artist, Actor (Top Gun, Die Hard, Walker Texas Ranger) Clarence Gilyard talks about being a father of teen children,
https://wn.com/Clarence_Gilyard_On_Fatherhood
Clarence Gilyard Interview
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Clarence Gilyard Interview

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  • Uploaded Date: 04 Jan 2014
  • views: 12324
Actor Clarence Gilyard shares insights about his life as a Catholic dramatic artist. - Captured Live on Ustream at http://www.ustream.tv/channel/catholic-faith-and-life
https://wn.com/Clarence_Gilyard_Interview
"Walker, Texas Ranger" Actor Clarence Gilyard Jr. Has Died
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"Walker, Texas Ranger" Actor Clarence Gilyard Jr. Has Died

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  • Uploaded Date: 29 Nov 2022
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Clarence Gilyard Jr. who played Chuck Norris' Ranger Cordell Walker's right-hand man, Ranger James Trivette has passed away at the age of 66 years old. Clarence Gilyard Jr. played in many film classics such as Top Gun, Die Hard, and of course his signature role in Walker Texas Ranger. Our hearts and prayers go out to Clarence Gilyard Jr.'s family and friends during this difficult time. #walkertexasranger #diehard #topgun Subscribe to Country Cast → https://bit.ly/2TD6Uir Subscribe to our rock music channel, Rock Feed → http://bit.ly/1OgssY1 Official website: www.countrycast.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@countrycast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/countrycastnet/
https://wn.com/Walker,_Texas_Ranger_Actor_Clarence_Gilyard_Jr._Has_Died
Jason (Clarence Gilyard) Protects Women With His FISTS | Walker, Texas Ranger
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Jason (Clarence Gilyard) Protects Women With His FISTS | Walker, Texas Ranger

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  • Uploaded Date: 27 May 2022
  • views: 34596
Wild West Doctor Jason (Clarence Gilyard) cannot abide crass thugs preying on women! Season 7 Episode 5, 'Paradise Trail': In a story set in the 1800s, Walker's hero, bounty hunter Hayes Cooper, protects Mormon settlers from bandits. Buy the complete season now: https://amzn.to/3JJVJwi Subscribe to the Walker, Texas Ranger Official channel: https://bit.ly/OfficialWalkerTexasRanger Chuck Norris (martial arts expert with a black belt) plays lawman Cordell Walker, who sometimes bends the law, to the dismay of Fort Worth prosecutor Alex Cahill. #WalkerTexasRanger #ChuckNorris #Shootout Jason (Clarence Gilyard) Protects Women With His FISTS | Walker, Texas Ranger https://www.youtube.com/c/walkertexasranger
https://wn.com/Jason_(Clarence_Gilyard)_Protects_Women_With_His_Fists_|_Walker,_Texas_Ranger
UNLV Professor Clarence Gilyard passes away
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UNLV Professor Clarence Gilyard passes away

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UNLV Professor Clarence Gilyard passes away
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Rip Clarence Gilyard
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Rip Clarence Gilyard

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for those of you who don't know who this is Clarence Gilyard Jr was an actor for many years on Matlock and Walker Texas Ranger I grew up watching reruns of him and Chuck Norris. my mother introduced me to the show when I was young and it was something we used to do together this month has not been a good month for my childhood Heroes first kevin conroy and jason david frank now clarence gilyard. rest in peace and thank you Ranger trivette for the wonderful memories you gave me with my mother.
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Sheree Wilson and Clarance Gilyard Celebrate 25 Years Of "Walker, Texas Ranger"

This segment aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News Show on Friday May 25th, 2018.
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Sheree Wilson and Clarance Gilyard Celebrate 25 Years Of "Walker, Texas Ranger"
This segment aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News Show on Friday May 25th, 2018.
published: 25 May 2018
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"Walker, Texas Ranger," "Die Hard" star Clarence Gilyard Jr. dies
Clarence Gilyard Jr., the actor best known for playing computer hacker Theo in "Die Hard" ...
published: 29 Nov 2022
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Clarence Gilyard on Fatherhood
Husband, Father, Educator, Artist, Actor (Top Gun, Die Hard, Walker Texas Ranger) Clarence...
published: 08 Jun 2012
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Clarence Gilyard Interview
Actor Clarence Gilyard shares insights about his life as a Catholic dramatic artist. - Cap...
published: 04 Jan 2014
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"Walker, Texas Ranger" Actor Clarence Gilyard Jr. Has Died
Clarence Gilyard Jr. who played Chuck Norris' Ranger Cordell Walker's right-hand man, Rang...
published: 29 Nov 2022
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Jason (Clarence Gilyard) Protects Women With His FISTS | Walker, Texas Ranger
Wild West Doctor Jason (Clarence Gilyard) cannot abide crass thugs preying on women! Seas...
published: 27 May 2022
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UNLV Professor Clarence Gilyard passes away
UNLV Professor Clarence Gilyard passes away
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Clarence Gilyard

Clarence Alfred Gilyard, Jr. (born December 24, 1955) is an African American actor, college professor, and author who has been featured in movies and television since 1980. He is sometimes credited as Clarence A. Gilyard.

Gilyard is known for his roles as second private investigator and right-hand man Conrad McMasters, to Ben Matlock on the legal drama series, Matlock from 1989 to 1993; as Pastor Bruce Barnes in the Left Behind movie trilogy; Cordell Walker's Texas Ranger partner, James "Jimmy" Trivette, in the 1990s crime drama, Walker, Texas Ranger, Theo, the terrorist computer expert in Die Hard and Lieutenant (junior grade) Marcus "Sundown" Williams in Top Gun.

Career

In 1979, Gilyard moved to Los Angeles to become an actor. He became the first African American actor to undertake the role of the cheerleader in the play Bleacher Bums before he segued into television roles. As a character actor, Gilyard has made guest appearances on TV shows such as Diff'rent Strokes, The Facts of Life, 227, Simon & Simon and Riptide. In 1982–1983, Gilyard was cast in the final season of the NBC TV series CHiPs as Officer Benjamin Webster, opposite Erik Estrada. He co-starred with Jim Carrey in the 1984 NBC sitcom, The Duck Factory.

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