Barry Van Dyke

Barry Van Dyke played the role of Dillon in Galactica 1980.

Barry is the second son of the famed entertainer, Dick Van Dyke.

Barry's TV debut was as Florian, a violin playing nine year old in "The Talented Neighborhood" episode of the classic Dick Van Dyke show. He worked behind the scenes on subsequent ventures of his father's, and has co-starred with him in two series: The Van Dyke Show, and Diagnosis Murder.

Diagnosis Murder completed an eight year run in May of 2001. Two TV movies were aired in the spring of 2002.

Barry's other television work includes Galactica 1980, Airwolf (4th season), Gun Shy, Mr. Mom, and The Redd Foxx Show, as well as numerous guest appearances. His films include Foxfire Light, It Happened at Lakewood Manor and Casino.

Of note to Galactica 1980 enthusiasts is the fact that Barry is an avid motorcyclist with special enthusiasm for dirt bikes.