Adrian Zmed, a renowned actor, was born on March 14, 1954, in the vibrant city of Chicago, to George Zmed, a Romanian Orthodox priest, and his devoted wife, Persida. With a rich cultural heritage, Adrian's life was destined for greatness.
He is best known for his captivating performances in iconic films such as T.J. Hooker (1982),Bachelor Party (1984),and the memorable Grease 2 (1982). In his personal life, Adrian has been married to the lovely Lyssa Lynne since October 5, 2012. Prior to his current marriage, he was wed to Barbara Fitzner and Susan Wood.
Adrian's journey in the world of entertainment began at Lane Tech High School in Chicago, where he initially pursued football as a halfback for the school team. However, a severe leg injury, which punctured a major artery, forced him to abandon sports and explore his passion for acting. He made his stage debut in his high school's production of Guys and Dolls, which led to his appearance on a local TV show featuring Chicago's top high school performers.
This breakthrough opportunity prompted Adrian to transfer to the prestigious Goodman School of Drama, where he honed his craft and studied voice at the Chicago Conservatory of Music. He graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the renowned Goodman School of Drama.
Adrian's big break came when he landed the role of Danny Zuko in the national touring company production of Grease. He went on to reprise this iconic role on Broadway on three separate occasions, including in the original production alongside Jeff Conaway, who played Kenickie in the 1978 film adaptation of Grease. At the age of 40, Adrian revived the role of Danny Zuko during the show's revival in 1995.
