David Eugene Joyner is an American actor and therapist. He is best known for physically portraying Barney from 1991 to 2001 on the children's television series Barney & Friends and its predecessor …

David began playing the role of Barney in 1991, and has traveled around the world spreading love to millions of people of all ages. He was the original Barney on the hit TV Series, "Barney & Friends", …

David Eugene Joyner (born on July 4, 1963 in Decatur, Illinois) is an American actor. He is best known to have portrayed as the costume of Barney, first starting in 1991 in Barney & The Backyard Gang.

Sep 3, 2025 · Barney actor David Joyner reveals how love helped him overcome prejudice and obstacles on set and off. Discover his inspiring, soulful journey.

Oct 13, 2022 · Quite unsurprisingly, David Joyner stepped into the spotlight once ‘Barney & Friends’ became a global phenomenon and earned worldwide acclaim. The fame he garnered as Barney’s …

Sep 6, 2017 · And today’s interview subject was the man who brought it all to life. David Joyner is an accomplished actor in his own right, with roles that don’t require him to wear a giant mask (as you …

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Television actor best known for serving six straight seasons as the iconic children's character Barney from Barney & Friends. His term as the lovable purple dinosaur included his appearance in the show …

Joyner originally auditioned for the role in 1991, replacing Barney's original costume actor, David Voss. [8][6] Joyner was originally cast as the back-up performer, but took over the role after the actress …

Joyner originally auditioned for the role in 1991, replacing Barney's original costume actor, David Voss. Joyner was originally cast as the back-up performer, but took over the role after the actress originally …