James Earl McDaniel is an American actor best known for playing Lt.
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Best Known For:The television show NYPD Blue
Breakthrough:Gained widespread recognition for his role as Lt. Arthur Fancy on NYPD Blue in 1993
10 Quick Facts About James Earl McDaniel
- Full Name: James Earl McDaniel
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: the tv show NYPD Blue
- Place of Birth: Washington, D.C.
- Birth Year: 1958
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Hannelore Williams
- Popular As: James McDaniel
- Specialization: Actor

James Earl McDaniel Age
James Earl McDaniel is about 68 years old as of 2026. James Earl McDaniel was born in 1958.
Education
He attended University of Pennsylvania.
- University of Pennsylvania
Career & Work
James Earl McDaniel's career includes acting and entertainment roles with ABC.
Organization: ABC
Role: Actor
Period: 1993–2001
Rise to Fame
James Earl McDaniel rose to prominence for his role on the television show NYPD Blue.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include NYPD Blue.
Other
- Work: NYPD Blue (Lt. Arthur Fancy, 1993-2001)
James Earl McDaniel Family & Relationships
James Earl McDaniel is married to Hannelore Williams.
Personal Information
- Full Name: James Earl McDaniel
- Popular As: James McDaniel
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Birth Year: 1958
- Place of Birth: Washington, D.C.
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Hannelore Williams
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment









