David Naughton made his professional debut in the New York Shakespeare Festival's production of "Hamlet" in Lincoln Center starring 萨姆·沃特森. Was cast as the lead singer/dancer in the "Be A Pepper" Ad campaign for Dr. Pepper. Starred in 约翰·兰迪斯's classic horror film An American Werewolf in London (1981) which won 里克·贝克 his first Oscar. Also starred in 迈克尔's film debut 午夜疯狂 (1980), as well as the ski comedy 热狗电影 (1984). Played opposite 帕姆·道伯 and the late 丽贝卡·希弗 in My Sister Sam (1986) on CBS. Recorded the hit disco single "Makin It" and also starred in the ABC series of the same name, Makin' It (1979).
1979: His disco song "Makin' It" was used in the comedy film 肉丸 (1979) that same year.
Younger brother of 詹姆斯·诺顿 and brother-in-law of Pamela Parsons.
Graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and studied at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts.
Uncle of Greg Naughton and Keira Naughton. Uncle-in-law of 凯莉·奥哈拉.
Has English and Irish ancestry.
Parents are Joseph and Rosemary Naughton.