Michael Tucker
Biography
Michael Tucker is an American actor and author born on February 6, 1945, in Baltimore, Maryland. He graduated from the Baltimore City College high school and Carnegie-Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where he was close to Steven Bochco, the creator of L.A. Law. Tucker is most widely known for his role in L.A. Law, for which he received Emmy nominations for three consecutive years. His acting experience includes early appearances with Joseph Papp, a major stint at the Arena Theatre in Washington, D.C., and work with Lina Wertmuller, Woody Allen, and Barry Levinson. As an author, Tucker has written several books, including the memoir Living in a Foreign Language: A Memoir of Food, Wine, and Love in Italy, which details his experiences buying a house in an Italian village and learning Italian cooking.
Career overview
Michael Tucker is an American actor and author born on February 6, 1945, in Baltimore, Maryland. He graduated from Baltimore City College high school and attended Carnegie-Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where he was close to Steven Bochco, who later created the television series L.A. Law. Tucker is most widely known for his role in L.A. Law, a portrayal that earned him Emmy nominations for three consecutive years.
His extensive acting experience includes early stage appearances with Joseph Papp and a major stint at the Arena Theatre in Washington, D.C. Over the course of his screen career, Tucker has also worked with directors and filmmakers including Lina Wertmuller, Woody Allen, and Barry Levinson. His known acting credits span a large number of films and television shows, totaling 54 known credits according to database records.
In addition to his acting career, Tucker has written several books. Among his published works is a memoir titled Living in a Foreign Language: A Memoir of Food, Wine, and Love in Italy, which details his experiences purchasing a house in a small Italian village and learning the art of Italian cooking.
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58 titles- East New York (2022) as Sy Somers
- 25 Hill (2011) as Bank Manager
- Cold Souls (2009) as Theatre Director
- NBC 75th Anniversary Special (2002) as Self
- L.A. Law: The Movie (2002) as Stuart Markowitz
- The District (2000) as Dr. Clay
- Growing Up Brady (2000) as Sherwood Schwartz
- Judging Amy (1999) as Judge Jack Feinstein
- Batman Beyond (1999) as Watkins (voice)
- Family Law (1999) as Howard
- Family Law (1999) as D.A. Newman
- Chicken Soup for the Soul (1999)
- Diner: On The Flip Side (1999) as Self
- Conrad Bloom (1998) as Dr. Teddy Margolis
- The Practice (1997) as Rabbi Richard Jacobs
- 'Til There Was You (1997) as Saul Moss
- Tracey Takes On... (1996) as Harry Rosenthal
- E! True Hollywood Story (1996)
- Gone in a Heartbeat (1996) as Mark Hale
- Nowhere Man (1995) as Dr. Bellamy
- D2: The Mighty Ducks (1994) as Tibbles
- On Hope (1994)
- For Love or Money (1993) as Harry Wegman
- A Town Torn Apart (1992) as Dennis 'Doc' Littky
- Voices That Care (1991) as Self - Choir Member
- In the Nick of Time (1991) as Ben Talbot
- Fantasia: The Making of a Masterpiece (1991) as Host
- Law & Order (1990) as Defense Attorney Quentin Putney
- Law & Order (1990) as Nelson Lehman
- Law & Order (1990) as Terrence Putney
- Too Young to Die (1990) as Buddy Thornton
- Runaway Heart (1990) as Walter
- Casey's Gift: For Love of a Child (1990) as Peter Ctilwell
- Day One (1989) as Leo Szilard
- Spy (1989) as Tony Cooper
- LIVE with Kelly and Mark (1988)
- Mickey's 60th Birthday (1988) as Stuart Markowitz
- Checking Out (1988) as Harry Lardner
- A Family Again (1988) as Jeremy Foster
- Your Alcohol I.Q. (1988) as Self
- Radio Days (1987) as Father
- Tin Men (1987) as Bagel
- Assault and Matrimony (1987) as Edgar
- L.A. Law (1986) as Stuart Markowitz
- L.A. Law: Pilot (1986) as Stuart Markowitz
- The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1985) as Frank
- The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) as Gil's Agent
- The Goodbye People (1984) as Michael Silverman
- Diner (1982) as Bagel
- Hill Street Blues (1981)
- Hill Street Blues (1981) as Mr. Heidel
- Vampire (1979) as Christopher Bell
- Eyes of Laura Mars (1978) as Bert
- An Unmarried Woman (1978) as Fred
- A Night Full of Rain (1978) as Friend
- Final Chapter: Walking Tall (1977) as Murv
- Network (1976) as Man at Desk (uncredited)
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self - Nominee
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Michael Tucker best known for?
Michael Tucker is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including East New York (2022), Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1966), Hostage (2005), Batman Beyond (1999).
When and where was Michael Tucker born?
Michael Tucker was born on February 6, 1945 in Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
How many credits does Michael Tucker have?
Michael Tucker has accumulated over 58 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1944 to 2022.
What is Michael Tucker's background in cinema and television?
Michael Tucker is an American actor and author born on February 6, 1945, in Baltimore, Maryland. He graduated from the Baltimore City College high school and Carnegie-Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where he was close to Steven Bochco, the creator of L.A. Law. Tucker is most widely known for his role in ...