Ricky Schroder

Richard Bartlett "Ricky" Schroder (born April 13, 1970) is an American actor, screenwriter, director and producer. He made his debut in the 70's sitcom Silver Spoons. As an adult he gained more recognition for his role as Danny Sorenson in the TV drama series NYPD Blue.

For Disney, he starred as Lieutenant Paul Hellerman in the 1995 Hollywood Pictures film ''Crimson Tide. He also guest starred as Paul Flowers on the ABC comedy sitcom Scrubs.''

Trivia

 * As he grew into adulthood, he decided to be credited as "Rick Schroder" to sound more mature. In 2007 when he decided to put the "y" back in because he felt "Ricky" suited him better. His credits still continue to alternate between the "Ricky" and "Rick" though.