Paul Michael Glaser

Career overview

Paul Michael Glaser, born on March 25 1943 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is an American actor and director whose career has spanned several decades. Recognized primarily for his work in television, Glaser first achieved widespread recognition portraying Detective David Starsky in the 1970s series Starsky and Hutch. The role established him as a notable figure in American popular culture and remains a defining part of his acting legacy. In addition to his early success, Glaser continued to appear on television, most prominently as Captain Jack Steeper on the NBC series Third Watch, which aired from 1999 through 2005. This later role demonstrated his ability to sustain a presence in the medium across different eras.

Across his career, Glaser has accumulated a substantial body of work, with a total of seventy credited acting roles documented in industry databases. He is also credited under the variant name Paul M. Glaser. While his contributions extend beyond acting to include directing, the emphasis of his public profile remains his performances in the two long‑running series that have marked his career. His professional record reflects a consistent involvement in American television, underscoring his status as a veteran actor with a lasting impact on the medium.