Introduction
Michael DeLano (born 1940) is an American actor who portrayed the casino manager, in the films Ocean's Eleven and Ocean's Twelve. He also was a singer, performing as Key Larson.
Acting
On television, DeLano played Sonny Capito in Firehouse (1974) and Lou Atkins on Supertrain (1979). He also portrayed Dr. Mark Dante in General Hospital (1976), Reverend Sung in Soap (1979) and he is known for his short role as Forrestal in the 1985 movie Commando. DeLano also appeared in the recurring role of Johnny Venture, the title character's beau, in Rhoda.He was also a guest star in a season four episode of Perfect Strangers as Chuck Panama (Episode: Piano Movers). Earlier in his career, DeLano appeared in Barnaby Jones; episode titled, "Sing a Song of Murder" (04/01/1973).
DeLano acted in the films Catlow and The New Centurions. On stage, DeLano starred as Berger in a Chicago production of Hair until an injury caused him to leave after two months.
Singing
In 1960, as Key Larson, he signed with Swan Records. While under contract to Swan, he recorded "A Web of Lies" and "A Little Lovin' Goes a Long, Long Way" and appeared on American Bandstand.