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Michael Parks: Biography

Birth Name: Harry Samuel Parks
Birth Place: Corona, CA
Date of Birth / Zodiac Sign: 04/24/1940, Taurus
Profession: Actor

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Michael Parks Fast Facts:

Sang the theme song for the 1969-1970 TV series Then Came Bronson.
The actor is much-remembered by fans of Bronson for his James Dean-like looks and the show's opening scene, in which Parks, riding a motorcycle, comforts a harried commuter with the immortal advice, "Hang in there!"
Lived in houseboats off the coasts of California and Oregon.
Chopped wood for a living in Mexico during a hiatus from acting.
Was given permission by Twin Peaks director David Lynch to portray his character with an accent, even though the role didn't call for one.
He returned to his love of music (his Bronson song, "Long Lonesome Highway," was popular in its time and can still be heard on the radio) thanks to his role in Kevin Smith's 2011 horror film, Red State, which inspired Parks to record a gospel album, The Red State Sessions.

Michael Parks Relationships:
Jan Moriarty - Wife (deceased)
James Parks - Son
Carolyn Parks - Ex-wife
Oriana Parks - Wife

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