James Timothy Daly was born on March 1, 1956, in New York City. He is an accomplished American actor, voice actor, and producer. Widely recognized for voicing Superman in the acclaimed animated television series “Superman: The Animated Series," Daly has enjoyed a varied and successful career across television, film, and theater.
Tim Daly was born into a family with deep ties to the entertainment industry. His father, James Daly, was an Emmy Award-winning actor best known for his role as Dr. Paul Lochner in the television drama “Medical Center.” His mother, Mary Hope Daly, was also an actress. His sister, Tyne Daly, is an Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress, further emphasizing the family's theatrical roots. Tim also has two other sisters, Mary Glynn and Pegeen Michael Daly. Mary Glynn Daly is married to composer Mark Snow, known for his work on “The X-Files.”
Tim attended The Putney School in Vermont, where he began exploring acting. He later enrolled at Bennington College, graduating in 1979 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theater and Literature. Following college, he returned to New York City to continue developing his skills in acting and singing.
Initially aspiring to careers in sports, music, medicine, or law, Daly ultimately chose acting—a passion that began at the age of seven. One of his earliest roles was in a stage production titled “Jenny Kissed Me,” where he performed alongside his parents and siblings. By age 10, he appeared in a television adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's “An Enemy of the People,” which also featured his father.
His professional debut came with a role in the stage production of Peter Shaffer’s “Equus” in 1978. Daly's breakout film role came in 1982 with Barry Levinson’s “Diner,” where he played the lead alongside a cast that included Mickey Rourke and Kevin Bacon. This role helped establish him as a rising talent in Hollywood.
Daly gained widespread recognition for his role as Joe Hackett on the NBC sitcom “Wings,” which aired from April 19, 1990, to May 14, 1997. Starring alongside Steven Weber, Daly portrayed one half of a brother duo running a small airline in Nantucket. The show enjoyed steady popularity during its run and remains a fan favorite.
In addition to his on-screen work, Daly is well known for voicing Superman/Clark Kent in "Superman: The Animated Series" (1996–2000), a role that earned him admiration from fans of the DC Comics universe. His work in animation brought a new dimension to his career and continues to define his legacy in voice acting.
| Date of Birth: | 01-03-1956 |
| Height: | 1.85 m |
| Children: | Sam Daly, Emelyn Daly |
| Nationality: | American |
| Profession: | TV shows, Movies |
| Ex. Wife: | Amy Van Nostrand |
| Marital Status: | Divorced |
| Girlfriend: | Tea Leoni |
| Ethnicity: | White |
| Net Worth: | $10 Million Dollars |
| Marriage Date: | 1982 |
| Divorced Date: | 2010 |
| Birth Sign: | Pisces |
| Birth Place: | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Alma Mater: | Bennington College |
| Birth Date: | 1 Mar, 1956 |
| Age: | 64 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | New York City |
| Education: | Bennington College |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor, director and producer |
| Spouse: | Amy Van Nostrand[1982-2010] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 10 million |
