Explore popular quotes and sayings by an American actor Patrick Labyorteaux.
Last updated on April 21, 2025.
Patrick Francis Labyorteaux is an American former actor, television producer and television writer. In many of his earlier credits, his last name is spelled as "Laborteaux". He is best known for his roles of Andrew "Andy" Garvey on the NBC series Little House on the Prairie as well as Bud Roberts on the CBS series JAG and NCIS.
Lots of TV shows say that they are like doing a movie every week, but 'JAG' truly was a huge show. Lots of once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, like being launched off an aircraft carrier and being welcomed by military bases all over California.
David James Elliott and I keep in touch via phone.
Michael Landon was the biggest influence. As a child, I watched him write, direct, star, and produce a TV show every week. He showed me what was possible.
I love working! I'm a huge fan of TV and will be happy as long as I'm getting to be creative.