Clarence Gilyard

Clarence Darnell Gilyard Jr. was born on December 24, 1955, and became a prominent figure in American entertainment. He is best known for his memorable roles on television, particularly as private investigator Conrad McMasters in the legal drama series Matlock from nineteen eighty-six to nineteen ninety-five, and as Texas Ranger Jimmy Trivette in Walker, Texas Ranger from nineteen ninety-three to two thousand one.

In addition to his television success, Gilyard made a significant impact in the film industry during the nineteen eighties. He showcased his talent in action films such as Top Gun, where he played the role of Radar Intercept Officer