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Mike Farrell

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Mike Farrell Fast Facts:

The son of a movie-studio carpenter, he grew up in West Hollywood and his childhood acquaintances included Ricky Nelson and Natalie Wood.
Served in the Marine Corps after graduating from Hollywood High School, and worked as a private detective before going into acting full-time.
Played a bellhop (uncredited) in 1967's The Graduate.
Met second wife Shelley Fabares in 1970 (14 years before their marriage) when she was a guest on his first series, The Interns.
Directed five episodes of M*A*S*H and wrote or co-wrote four, including the 1980 Christmas episode "Death Takes a Holiday," which earned him an Emmy nomination.
Provided the voice for Pa Kent in the 1996-2000 WB cartoon series Superman; Fabares voiced Ma Kent.
Served on California's Commission on Judicial Performance.
Is an avid motorcyclist.

Mike Farrell Relationships:
Agnes Farrell - Mother
Erin Farrell - Daughter
Jim Farrell - Brother
Joe Farrell - Father
Judy Farrell - Ex-wife
Kathy Farrell - Sister
Michael Josh Farrell - Son
Sally Farrell - Sister
Shelley Fabares - Wife
Mike Farrell Awards:
1981 Emmy: Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series - Nominee
1980 Emmy: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy, Variety or Music Series - Nominee
College:
Attended Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles, CA; attended University of California, Los Angeles, CA