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David Edward Ackroyd Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on August 5, 2026: By Abigael

David Edward Ackroyd is an American actor best known for playing Gary Ewing in Dallas.

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Best Known For:The television show Dallas
Breakthrough:Role as Gary Ewing on Dallas in 1978

10 Quick Facts About David Edward Ackroyd

  • Full Name: David Edward Ackroyd
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Entertainer
  • Known For: The television show Dallas
  • Date of Birth: May 30, 1940
  • Age: 86 years old
  • Place of Birth: East Orange, New Jersey
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Ruth Liming
  • Popular As: David Ackroyd
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David Edward Ackroyd Age

David Edward Ackroyd is about 86 years old as of 2026. David Edward Ackroyd was born in 1940.

David Edward Ackroyd Height

David Edward Ackroyd stands at a height of 6 feet 1 inches. This is approximately 185 cm.

Education

His educational background includes studies at Bucknell University and Yale School of Drama.

  • Bucknell University
    • Qualification: Bachelor of Arts
    • Period: 1962
  • Yale School of Drama
    • Qualification: Master of Fine Arts
    • Field of Study: Acting
    • Period: 1968

Rise to Fame

David Edward Ackroyd rose to prominence for his role on the television show Dallas.

Notable Works

Notable screen roles include Dallas and Another World.

  • TV Show: Dallas (Gary Ewing, 1978)
  • TV Show: Another World (Dr. David Gilchrist)

David Edward Ackroyd Family & Relationships

David Edward Ackroyd is married to Ruth Liming. He has 2 children, Jessica Ackroyd and Abigail Ackroyd.

  • Father: Arthur Ackroyd
  • Mother: Charlotte Henderson
  • Children:
    • Jessica Ackroyd
    • Abigail Ackroyd

Personal Information

  • Full Name: David Edward Ackroyd
  • Popular As: David Ackroyd
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Entertainer
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: May 30, 1940
  • Age: 86
  • Birthday: May 30
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini
  • Place of Birth: East Orange, New Jersey

Measurements

  • Height: 6 ft 1 in

Family & Relationships

  • Father: Arthur Ackroyd
  • Mother: Charlotte Henderson
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Ruth Liming

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
  • Source of Income: Employment

Related Biographies

  • Ruth Liming (Spouse • Wife; married since 1963)

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