4. He got his acting start in a horror film

The story of how Super random came to be, and the opening narration of the now-famous slasher movie Texas Chainsaw Massacre was his first significant film role. He has proven that he can pull off a wide range of genres, and although he is mostly known today, he has recognizable roles. Larroquette’s deep voice came in quite handy when it came to getting him noticed.

On Late Night With Seth Meyers, Larroquette expressed, “So I performed this introductory narration of it, I require a favor, but it’s a small horror film, I created this movie for no cost.” He contacted and mentioned, “In some way he discovered that I was in L.A, eventually I traveled to L.A, he eventually traveled to L.A.” I responded with, “Yes, of course, enjoy another Coors” when he declared, “Hey, I’m going to become a film director!” A gentleman named Tobe Hooper, and he began conversing, an individual entered, working as a bartender, residing in a tiny town in Colorado.

3. He had a stint as a DJ

In the 1960s, Larroquette, a music enthusiast, introduced himself to the entertainment industry with a job as a DJ at a small local radio station in New Orleans.

Parade informed him, “I still possess some old microphones and reel-to-reel tape recordings. I have always had an affinity for the analog aspect of audio. I began my journey as a DJ, using my voice as much as possible, and eventually took up the saxophone, which became my primary means of expression. I could communicate better through playing the saxophone than through talking, to put it euphemistically. Then, in the 1960s, I transitioned to playing the saxophone after starting with the clarinet in the third grade.”

In 1985, in Post Washington, he said, “I was locked out for the night and the door was slammed behind me. I ran across the street for some food and spent the night alone there. It was a time when I was missing a lot of my audience, but I didn’t know it. The job didn’t come without occasional hiccups, however.”

2. He is from New Orleans

Larroquette’s origins, as reported by The Washington Post, can be traced back to The Big Easy, particularly the French Quarter neighborhood in New Orleans. This is the place where he was brought up, known for its vibrant nightlife and popularity as a tourist destination.

Every day, Larroquette said that his childhood was not filled with the sight of other cities. He also mentioned that he did not see a man walking around with a toilet seat around his neck every day.

In a subtle nod to Larroquette, the new Night Court apartment number on Dan Fielding’s door is the same as the code area of his city, 504, which is the origin of his court.

5. He has won five Emmys

In the television series The Practice, Larroquette portrayed the character of antagonist Joey Heric and was honored with his fifth Emmy for Exceptional Guest Actor in a Drama Series in 1998. Between 1985 and 1988, he garnered four consecutive Emmys for Remarkable Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his portrayal of Dan Fielding in Night Court, which solidified his exceptional talent in this iconic role on a national scale.

He informed Parade about his victories, “Being recognized by your peers was an extraordinary privilege. I don’t say that casually. It was a remarkable, exceptional sensation.”

6. He had his own show after Night Court

“Exceptional” and “innovative” was how Vulture described it, the series renowned for its morbid wit. It depicted the journey of a rehabilitated alcoholic who manages a transportation hub. Following Night Court’s conclusion in 1992, Larroquette went on to headline the appropriately titled The John Larroquette Show from 1993 to 1996, enjoying a four-season run.