Larry Sherman

Larry Sherman was a performer and publicist best known for his work in the film North by Northwest, and for portraying Judge Colin Fraser on 14 episodes of the television drama Law & Order.

Sherman also served as Donald Trump’s first publicist in the 1980s, securing the future president’s first 60 Minutes interview and Sports Illustrated cover.

As an actor, Sherman had small roles in the films Midnight Cowboy, Manhattan, When Harry Met Sally, One Fine Day, Catch Me If You Can, The Terminal and The Comedian.

He also appeared on television, including roles on The Sopranos, Love Monkey, Royal Pains and the telefilm Mr. Inside/Mr. Outside.

Sherman died August 26, 2017, in New York. He was 94.