Rockets Redglare

Biography

Rockets Redglare was a multifaceted American artist whose career spanned from stand-up comedy to character acting. Notably, he appeared in films like "After Hours" (1985) and "Desperately Seeking Susan" (1985), alongside roles in independent and mainstream releases such as "Animal Factory" (2000) and "Trees Lounge" (1996). Born Michael Morra in New York City, Redglare's early life was marked by addiction and a tumultuous childhood. He changed his name to Rockets Redglare from the fifth line of "The Star-Spangled Banner".