Paul Michael

Paul Michael (August 15, 1926 – July 8, 2011) was an American actor. He was a regular guest star on American television appearing in Kojak, Hill Street Blues, Alias and Frasier. He also played King Johnny Romano on Dark Shadows. He was also in movies such as Mask of the Red Death and the TV movie Where There's a Will. He was best known for his appearances on Broadway where he frequently played the title role in Zorba the Greek, Tevia in Fiddler on the Roof, and the barber in Man of La Mancha. He danced in Tovarich with Vivien Leigh on Broadway in 1963.

Paul Michael
Born(1926-08-15)August 15, 1926
Providence, Rhode Island, U.S.
DiedJuly 8, 2011(2011-07-08) (aged 84)
Woodland Hills, California, U.S.
OccupationActor
Years active1956–2006
Spouse(s)Marion Ross (1988–2011, his death)
Children2

Personal life

Michael was born in Providence, Rhode Island. He began singing at a young age in school productions. He served as a sergeant in the Army in the South Pacific during World War II. After the war he went to college with the G.I. Bill receiving a B.A. in English literature from Brown University. He was married for 23 years to actress Marion Ross, his third wife. He is survived by his two sons Matt and Greg Michael.[1]

Death

Michael died from heart failure on July 8, 2011 at his home in Woodland Hills, California at the age of 84.[1]

Filmography

Film
Year Title Role Notes
1940Escape to GloryGerman Sailor #2
1942Blue, White and PerfectFelixUncredited
1942Joan of ParisGerman CaptainUncredited
1970House of Dark ShadowsOld Man
1981Pennies from HeavenBank Teller #5
1989Masque of the Red DeathBenito
1994Judicial ConsentRamirez
2002The StreetsweeperEnzo Morelli

Television
Year Title Role Notes
1976–1977 Muggsy Gus 13 episodes

References
  1. "Actor Paul Michael dies at 84". Variety. July 10, 2011. Retrieved July 8, 2011.


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