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Michael Parks

Michael Parks (born Harry Samuel Parks; April 24, 1940 – May 9, 2017) was an American singer and actor. He appeared in many films and made frequent television appearances, notably starring in the 1969–70 series Then Came Bronson, but was probably best known for his work in his later years with filmmakers such as Quentin Tarantino, David Lynch, Robert Rodriguez and Kevin Smith. As of 2018–2019, Kevin Smith was producing a documentary on Michael's life titled Long Lonesome Highway, The Story of Michael Parks. It stars James Parks, Kurt Russell, Haley Joel Osment, Robert Rodriguez, Leonard Maltin, Mickey Rourke, Justin Long, Wyatt Russell, Mark Frost, and more.

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Born

1940-04-24

Birth Place

Corona, California, U.S.

Famous As

Actor, singer

Place Of Death

Los Angeles, California, U.S.

Spouse(s)

Louise Johnson Joanne E. "Jan" Moriarty ( m. 1964; died 1964) Frances Alston Walker Oriana Parks ( m. 1997 ; his death 2017 )

Children

2, including James Parks

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Bryan College Station Eagle

What's in Your Office? Michael Parks, executive director for the Brazos Valley Council of Governments

Michael Parks says his personality is on display throughout his office. He says he’s a proud native of New Mexico, an avid outdoorsman, active in the community and his church, and adds that he’s enjoyed living in the Bryan-College Station area for the last 25 years. Parks is...

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Kiawah Island Real Estate Hires Michael Parks

Kiawah Island Real Estate (KIRE), the sole real estate brokerage with offices on Kiawah Island — exclusively focused on Kiawah Island properties — is excited to announce the hiring of its newest agent, Michael Parks, a 16-year resident of the Lowcountry. Michael’s love of architecture and the arts...

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Michael Parks with BVCOG shares his thoughts on being a leader for the community

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In Memoriam: Michael Parks, 78

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