Danny DeVito proudly has a pink and golden star on the Hollywood walk of fame, thanks to his work within the television industry.
Danny DeVito rose to fame in 1978, playing the role of Louie De Palma in Taxi (1978), for which he won a Golden Globe and Emmy award. He has explored roles as an actor, film director, and producer, all of which have added to his continuous success.
Who is Danny DeVito?
Danny DeVito was born in 1944 to Italian-American parents — Julia and Daniel DeVito, from New Jersey, USA.
Growing up in Asbury Park, he attended private school and graduated in 1962. He then worked as a cosmetician at his sister's beauty salon before enrolling in cosmetology at New York's American Academy of Dramatic Arts.
During his studies at the academy, he fell in love with acting and decided to change direction and pursue a career in acting, and this is where it all started. Danny's break-out role as taxi dispatcher Louie De Palma caught the attention of many, and since then has had a very successful career.
In 1982, Danny married actress Rhea Perlman, a Hollywood actor who played Mrs. Wormwood Matilda (1996). Danny and Rhea also went on to have three children.
His wealth today is the result of his remarkable career within the entertainment industry. With a thriving career, he has secured 11 award wins and 35 nominations throughout the years. Danny’s first win was a Golden Globe award for best-supporting actor. He won his Emmy in 1981 for his fantastic work on ‘Taxi’. He also won an award for outstanding supporting actor in a music or television series. Since this, he has been nominated for a BAFTA, Academy award, and around four more golden globes.
What is Danny DeVito best known for?
DeVito is known for his thick New Jersey accent and exceptional humor, arguably unmatched by anyone in the industry.
He is also known for his short height of 4ft11, caused by Fairbank's disease — a rare genetic disorder that affects bone growth. Despite this, he has been unstoppable in his successful Hollywood career.
Throughout the years, DeVito has played essential roles in many famous movies and was one of the leading actors at his peak. Some of his most notable roles include Penguin in Tim Burton’s Batman Returns (1992) and Mr. Wormwood in Matilda, a role he is heavily recognized for. Even now, at the age of 77, Danny plays a leading role in the hit TV show It's always sunny in Philadelphia, which has been in production since 2006. DeVito has also voice acted in many classic kids' movies such as Space Jam (1997), Hercules (1997), and The Lorax (2012).
The cigar legacy of Danny DeVito
Danny DeVito is on the celebrity smokers list as he has always been open about his love for handmade cigars. Danny started smoking cigars in 1987 while on the set of Taxi after being introduced to stogies by another Hollywood actor and famous cigar smoker — Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Danny's work on Taxi was a chance to declare his love for cigars. The show's cast would open a box of Cuban cigars to celebrate all birthdays and holidays.
DeVito enjoyed smoking but kept his intake minimal to only one cigar each day after lunch. Nonetheless, when he was working, he smoked more to relax. He explored various cigars, ranging from Cuban Cohibas and Partagás Serie’s to Diplomaticos and Bolivars.
Danny DeVito's favorite cigar is a Partagás Serie D No. 4, one of the world's most popular Cuban cigars recognizable by its deep, earthly flavor. It measures five inches with a 50 ring gauge and has a Cuban wrapper, binder, and filler.
Diplomaticos Cigar, specifically their famous Diplomaticos No. 2, features notes of cedar, nutmeg, and cinnamon aromas with hints of mocha, coffee, and citrus. It also draws perfectly, has flawless structure, and is a medium to full strength flavor, so it’s clear to see why DeVito favors this stick.
The Bolivar Belicoso Fino is one of its company's famous cigars. Bolivar's boast flavors of toasted tobacco, wood, traces of chocolate and fruits, with an added creaminess. Its flavor becomes more prominent with every puff. Here at Casa de Montecristo we offer a wide range of Bolivar Cigars ready for you to experience.
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