Henry Darrow's versatility as an actor has garnered him one of the most enduring careers in Hollywood over the last 50 years. His work in theater, television, movies and voice over has not only entertained millions worldwide but endeared him to multiple generations of fans. His rise to fame began in the 1960s television western series The High Chaparral as the strong willed vaquero Manolito Montoya. His impact with viewers was immediate. Latino's were inspired by his fiery character, boys and men related to his bravado and to women he became a heartthrob. His portrayal as Zorro in both The New Adventures of Zorro cartoon and the Zorro and Son live action series marked him as the first Latino to play the masked hero on television. In the 1990s he played Alejandro de la Vega, the father of Zorro, in the New World Zorro series. He even donned the mask as Zorro in one episode making him the only man to ever play the role of Zorro in three different series. Darrow won an Emmy for his role on the soap opera Santa Barbara and was recently honored with an ALMA award for Lifetime Achievement. Between starring roles he's guest starred on hundreds of the top TV shows of their time. You may recall some of his appearances on shows such as Bonanza, Gunsmoke, The New Dick Van Dyke Show, Hawaii Five-O, Dallas, Dynasty, Magnum P.I., Simon & Simon, Silk Stalkings, Knight Rider, Star Trek The Next Generation, Star Trek Voyager, T.J. Hooker, The Golden Girls, Diagnosis Murder, Hart to Hart, Quincy M.E., The Incredible Hulk, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, or Vegas. And the list goes on and on. Pick a program from 1965-2000 and it's likely Henry made a guest appearance. His abilities as an actor had him in high demand with casting directors and audiences alike. Now he's written a book detailing his life on and off screen. The accounts are as fascinating as his career. Every page and every story not only give insight into this wonderful man and actor but leave a smile indelibly imprinted on the readers mind.
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