David Graf

Paul David Graf was an American actor known for his appearance in the Police Academy films as Sgt. Eugene Tackleberry. He obtained a degree in theatre at Otterbein College in Westerville, Ohio. At Ohio State University, he attended graduate school until 1975, when he dropped out to pursue his acting career. Graf was a valued leader of the Screen Actors Guild, in addition to his acting.

He was on the national board of SAG, the TV-theatrical steering committee, and the national disciplinary review committee, as well as acting like a Hollywood union rep. For his fellow actors and actresses, Graf pursued equal care, which included attempts to provide them improved working conditions and insurance. Graf was attending his brother-in-law’s wedding in Phoenix, Arizona with his wife and two sons when he unexpectedly passed away. He was mourned by many; several cast members from the Police Academy films attended his funeral.