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Michael Woods

Known For
Acting
Born
July 10, 1957 in Detroit, Michigan, USA
Died
May 1, 2018
Active Years
1980–2023 (44 Years)
Total Credits
43 credits in database
Acting Born Jul 10, 1957 Died May 1, 2018 Detroit, Michigan, USA 43 credits
43
Total Credits
1980–2023
44 Years Career Span
24
Vault Titles
10
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Biography

Subject: Michael Woods (Actor).
Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile.
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[1] TMDB: Actor, 41 credits, Male, Birthday July 10, 1957, Death May 1, 2018 (60 years old), Birthplace Detroit, Michigan, USA.
[2] IMDb: Actor in "The Gray House". Born in Detroit, Michigan to Dr. Joseph and Dorothy Woods. Theatre trained. BFA in drama from The University of Detroit/Marygrove College. In 1977, won the ACTF Kennedy Center honor for "The Brig".
[3] Mabumbe: Mentions Detroit roots, Hollywood roles, net worth, family, 2025 updates (Note: This source is a bit meta/vague, but confirms Detroit roots).
[4] Biographies.net: General mention of biography.
Name: Michael Woods.
Profession: Actor.
Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan, USA.
Parents: Dr. Joseph and Dorothy Woods.
Birthdate: July 10, 1957.
Death date: May 1, 2018 (at age 60).
Education: BFA in drama from The University of Detroit/Marygrove College.
Awards/Honors: Won the ACTF Kennedy Center honor for The Brig in 1977.
Credits/Work: Known for The Gray House. Has 41 known credits.

Michael Woods was an actor born in Detroit, Michigan, to Dr. Joseph and Dorothy Woods. He was born on July 10, 1957, and died on May 1, 2018, at the age of 60. A theatre trained actor, Woods earned a BFA in drama from The University of Detroit/Marygrove College. In 1977, he won the ACTF

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Career

Career overview

Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a career overview of Michael Woods (Acting).
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Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided sources.
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Source [1]: Michael Woods (TMDB). Known for acting. 41 known credits. Born July 10, 1957. Died May 1, 2018 (60 years old). Born in Detroit, Michigan, USA.
Source [2]: Michael Woods (IMDb). Actor in The Gray House. Born in Detroit, Michigan to Dr. Joseph and Dorothy Woods. Theatre trained. BFA in drama from The University of Detroit/Marygrove College. In 1977, won the ACTF Kennedy Center honor for "The Brig". Did regional theatre.
Source [3]: Biography (mabumbe.com). Mentions Detroit roots, Hollywood roles. (Note: Date 2025 is in the source, but I should stick to the facts about him).
Source [4]: Biography (biographies.net). General mention.
Paragraph 1: Early Life and Education.
Michael Woods was a theatre trained actor born in Detroit, Michigan, to Dr. Joseph and Dorothy Woods. He pursued formal training in drama, earning a BFA from The University of Detroit/Marygrove College. During his time at the college in 1977, he won the ACTF Kennedy Center honor for his work in The Brig.
Paragraph 2: Career and Credits.
Woods' career included work in regional theatre and roles in Hollywood. His acting credits include the production The Gray House. According to The Movie Database, he has 41 known credits in his professional history.
Paragraph 3: Personal Details/Legacy.
Born on July 10, 1957, Woods passed away on May 1, 2018, at the age of 60.
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Michael Woods was a theatre trained actor born in Detroit, Michigan, to Dr. Joseph and Dorothy Woods. He received a BFA in drama from The University of Detroit/Marygrove College. While studying there in 1977, he was awarded the ACTF Kennedy Center honor for his performance in The Brig. His professional background included work in regional theatre and various Hollywood roles.

Throughout his career, Woods accumulated 41 known credits. His acting work includes a role in The Gray House. Born on July 10, 1957, Woods lived from his roots in Detroit to his work in the film and television industry. He died on May 1, 2018, at the age of 60.
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"Michael Woods was a theatre trained actor born in Detroit, Michigan, to Dr. Joseph and Dorothy Woods. He received a BFA in drama from The University of Detroit/Marygrove College. While studying there in 1977, he was awarded the ACTF Kennedy Center honor for his performance in The Brig. His professional background included work in regional theatre and various Hollywood roles.

Throughout his career, Woods accumulated 41 known credits. His acting work includes a role in The Gray House. Born on July 10, 1957, Woods lived from his roots in Detroit to his work in the film and television industry. He died on May 1, 2018, at the age of 60."

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The Perfect In-Laws
You Can't Take My DaughterFrank and Ava
Gotti
Guilty at 17
Hatfields & McCoysGabe the Cupid DogA Nanny's Revenge
Driving by BrailleSecrets From Her Past
Secrets of an Undercover WifeDemons from Her Past
Shock to the System: A Donald Strachey MysteryNot My Life
The CloserThe Closer
V.I.P.The Magnificent Seven
NightmanMoment of Truth: Into the Arms of Danger
The Colony
Chicago HopeOne West WaikikiBlindfold: Acts of ObsessionAgainst Their Will
Red Shoe Diaries 2: Double Dare
Red Shoe DiariesRed Shoe DiariesDouble Edge
Omen IV: The Awakening
Capital News
The Haunting of Sarah Hardy
War and Remembrance
Captain Power and the Soldiers of the FuturePrivate EyeLady Beware
Our Family Honor
Murder, She WroteMurder, She Wrote
Bare Essence
Washington Mistress
Somewhere in TimeJimmy B. & Andre

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Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Michael Woods best known for?

Michael Woods is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Perfect In-Laws (2023), Frank and Ava (2018), Hatfields & McCoys (2012), Digimon Ghost Game (2021).

When and where was Michael Woods born?

Michael Woods was born on July 10, 1957 in Detroit, Michigan, USA. They passed away on May 1, 2018.

How many credits does Michael Woods have?

Michael Woods has accumulated over 43 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1980 to 2023.

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Subject: Michael Woods (Actor). Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile. Constraints: Use only provided sources. No invented details. No markdown, no headings, no bullet points, no preamble. Plain text only. Sources analysis: [1] TMDB: Actor, 41 credits, Male, Birthday July 10, 1957, Death May 1, 2018 (60 ye...

Michael Woods by the numbers

43credits
26films
17TV series
1980–2023active years

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