Mike Hagerty
Biography
Michael Gerard Hagerty was an American actor born on May 10, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois. He is known for his work in comedic roles as blue-collar workers. Hagerty was a member of The Second City improv group, where he co-wrote and co-starred in three revues during the 1980s. He also introduced the lyrics of "Bear Down, Chicago Bears" to the group. Hagerty's acting credits include multiple roles, with a total of 86 known credits. He passed away on May 5, 2022, at the age of 67.
Career overview
Michael Hagerty was an American actor known for his comedic roles as blue-collar workers. He began his acting career after being invited to join The Second City, an improv group. During the 1980s, Hagerty co-wrote and co-starred in three revues on the troupe's mainstage, including Also Available in Paperback — A Retrospective, Orwell That Ends Well, and True Midwest, or No, But I Saw the Movie. He also introduced the lyrics of "Bear Down, Chicago Bears" to its cast and had them memorize and sing the song.
Hagerty's acting credits include numerous roles in film and television. He is perhaps best known for his recurring roles as Mr. Treeger, the building superintendent, on the popular television show Friends, and as the manager of a muffler shop on the HBO series Lucky Louie. Hagerty's ability to portray relatable, working-class characters has contributed to his success as a comedic actor.
Throughout his career, Hagerty accumulated a significant number of acting credits, with a total of 86 known credits. His work in film and television has made him a recognizable figure in the entertainment industry.
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- Somebody Somewhere (2022) as Ed Miller
- Reunited Apart (2020) as Self
- Lincoln is Crying: The Grifters, Grafters, and Governors of Illinois (2020) as Self
- N’Everest (2020) as Jack Magnum
- Urban Myth: Nest (2017) as Vito
- Helicopter Mom (2015) as Principal
- Marry Me (2014) as Officer Stackhouse
- Back in the Day (2014) as Principal Teagley
- All-Stars (2014) as Mike Garland
- Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013) as Captain McGintley
- The Goldbergs (2013) as Terence
- The Mindy Project (2012) as Gene Putch
- Thin Ice (2012) as Jerry
- Happy Endings (2011) as Cop
- A Christmas Wish (2011) as Owen Bullington
- Good Luck Charlie (2010) as Captain Stretchy
- Glee (2009) as Pete Sosnowski
- Community (2009) as Sully
- 'Til Death (2006) as Rick
- Lucky Louie (2006) as Mike
- Rampage: The Hillside Strangler Murders (2006) as Smith
- Grey's Anatomy (2005) as Al Keller
- American Dad! (2005) as Cop #1 / Editor (voice)
- Ghost Whisperer (2005) as Mayor Alex Millio
- Medium (2005) as Large Man
- Desperate Housewives (2004) as Gus
- Boston Legal (2004) as Wally Bird
- Entourage (2004) as Boat Rental Operator
- Deadwood (2004) as Loud Wagoneer
- Complete Savages (2004) as Uncle Bob
- Monk (2002) as Ronnie O'Dell
- Life with Bonnie (2002) as Captain Lenderfak
- Life with Bonnie (2002) as Bill
- Backflash (2002) as Red
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Hal Jackmin
- Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) as AAMCO Guy
- Nikki (2000) as Store Manager
- Nikki (2000) as Stan
- The Michael Richards Show (2000) as Golgi
- Angel (1999) as Bartender
- Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999) as Peanut Vendor
- Inspector Gadget (1999) as Sikes
- Best Laid Plans (1999) as Charlie the Proprietor
- Break Up (1998) as George
- Ally McBeal (1997) as Michael Huttle
- Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997) as Hotel Manager (uncredited)
- Speed 2: Cruise Control (1997) as Harvey
- Union Square (1997) as Ron
- Arli$$ (1996) as Zeke
- 7th Heaven (1996)
- Space Truckers (1996) as Tommy
- The Drew Carey Show (1995) as The Beer Guy
- The Wayans Bros. (1995) as Stage Manager
- The Wayans Bros. (1995) as Brazilla
- The Home Court (1995) as Leo Blount
- Stuart Saves His Family (1995) as Cop
- Friends (1994) as Mr. Treeger
- ER (1994) as Mr. James
- The George Carlin Show (1994) as Frank MacNamara
- Good Advice (1993) as Dave
- So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993) as Obituary Employee
- The Building (1993) as Finley
- Rio Diablo (1993) as Dyke Holland
- Martin (1992) as The Plumber
- Wayne's World (1992) as Davy
- One Good Cop (1991) as Walsh
- V.I. Warshawski (1991) as Babe
- The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw (1991) as Proprietor of Shinbone Hotel & Saloon (uncredited)
- Dick Tracy (1990) as Doorman
- Get a Life (1990) as Engineer
- Sydney (1990)
- American Dreamer (1990)
- After Dark, My Sweet (1990) as Truck Driver
- Seinfeld (1989) as Rudy
- Oh No, Not Them (1989) as Cruller/Harold
- Murphy Brown (1988) as Howard Sutthoff
- The Wonder Years (1988) as Clerk
- Dear John (1988) as Al
- Red Heat (1988) as Pat Nunn
- Married... with Children (1987) as Coroner
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Captain Larg
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Skoran
- Overboard (1987) as Billy Pratt
- Crime Story (1986) as Schaffel
- Nothing in Common (1986) as Eric
- Brewster's Millions (1985) as Furniture Warehouseman
- The Impostor (1984)
- The Impostor (1984) as Driver #2
- Cheers (1982) as Decker
- Family Ties (1982) as Vinnie
- Timber Tramps (1975) as Mike Hagerty did not appear in this picture Mike Hagerthy did.