Michael Harney Quick Info | |
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Height | 6 ft |
Weight | 88 kg |
Date of Birth | March 27, 1956 |
Zodiac Sign | Aries |
Eye Color | Green |
Michael Harney is an American film, television, and theater actor who is best known for portraying roles such as Corrections Officer Sam Healy in Orange Is the New Black, General Hoyt Vandenberg in Project Blue Book, Sam Edick in Persons Unknown, Det. Mike Roberts in NYPD Blue, and Wolfie in A Star Is Born. He has also appeared in a variety of other TV shows such as Sonic Impact, Erin Brockovich, Ocean’s Thirteen, The Banker, Law & Order, New York News, Pensacola: Wings of Gold, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Touched by an Angel, Walker, Texas Ranger, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Lincoln Heights, Criminal Minds, The Defenders, Midnight, Texas, FBI: Most Wanted, and many more.
Born Name
Michael John Harney
Nick Name
Michael
Sun Sign
Aries
Born Place
The Bronx, New York City, United States
Residence
Los Angeles, California, United States
Nationality
Education
Michael Harney took acting classes from legendary coaches Phil Gushee and William Esper.
Occupation
Actor
Family
- Father – His father was a performer, as well as an actor, tenor, and dancer.
Manager
Michael Harney is represented by Don Buchwald & Associates L.A.
Build
Average
Height
6 ft or 183 cm
Weight
88 kg or 194 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Michael Harney rarely discloses information about his personal life, while interacting with the media, which makes it difficult to ascertain anything about his love life and dating history. There have been some rumors floating around that allege that he is married. However, even such rumors aren’t clear as they don’t reveal when he got married and whether he is currently married.
The only definite information available about his personal life is that he has a son who, as per his interview with The Mary Sue, was diagnosed with autism at the age of 3. In the interview, he spoke about the measures he has taken to help his kid with his diagnosis.
Race / Ethnicity
White
On his father’s side, he has Irish ancestry.
Hair Color
Salt and pepper
Eye Color
Green
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Often has a mustache
- Green eyes
Brand Endorsements
Michael Harney has done endorsement work for the following brands –
- Got Milk? campaign (1997)
Best Known For
- Being cast in the role of Sam Healy on the Netflix drama comedy series, Orange is the New Black.
- Having made guest appearances on a number of popular TV shows such as Criminal Minds, True Detective, Suits, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Law & Order.
- Making appearances in a host of successful and popular movies such as Erin Brockovich, Ocean’s Thirteen, and The Onion Movie.
First Film
In 1993, he made his theatrical film debut as Mike in the drama flick, Italian Movie.
First TV Show
Michael Harney made his first TV show appearance in the Trust episode of the legal drama TV series, Law & Order in 1992.
Michael Harney Facts
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