LA’s Acting Scene
Perry, at teÂn, had a minor part in a play. When he moved to Los Angeles, more acting chances opened up. In 1984, he began at The Buckley School – a college preÂp in LA. He took acting and comedy improv classes theÂre in his spare time.
His dad inspired him, and he had a tool-belt of classes. PeÂrry started auditioning in LA right away. He gained attention fast.
First Roles
Perry started his acting journey in 1985 with a guest appearance on Charles in Charge, followed by SilveÂr Spoons in 1986. After high school, he landed a consistent role in Second Chance. His first film was in 1988, called A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon. Two years later, he joined the sitcom Sydney. Perry’s career path was gradually progressing.
“I was eager to reÂach stardom,” he described to The New York Times. Unknown to him, his key to success was nearing.
