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Michael Parkinson

Television Presenter / Journalist / Writer / Radio Personality | * 03/28/1935 († 88, 08/16/2023) | Cudworth, West Riding of Yorkshire (United Kingdom (UK))
Sir Michael Parkinson (28 March 1935 – 16 August 2023) was an English television presenter, broadcaster, journalist and author. He presented his television talk show Parkinson from 1971 to 1982 and from 1998 to 2007, as well as other talk shows and programmes both in the UK and abroad. He also worked in radio and was described by The Guardian as "the great British talkshow host". ()

Sir Michael Parkinson CBE (born 28 March 1935) is an English broadcaster, journalist and author. He is best known for presenting his long-running television talk show, Parkinson, from 1971 to 1982 and from 1998 to 2007, as well as other talk shows and programmes both in the UK and internationally. He is also known as a radio broadcaster. He has been described by The Guardian as "the great British talkshow host".

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Most frequent genres for this person: Comedies | Talk-Shows | Documentaries

Known for these Movies & Shows

Eight London couples try to deal with their relationships in different ways. Their tryst with love makes them discover how complicated relationships can be. ...

Love Actually

R

2003 | 3.6/5 | 2h 15min
Comedy, Romance / Love, Drama
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For Halloween 1992, the BBC decides to broadcast an investigation into the supernatural, hosted by TV chat-show legend Michael Parkinson. Parky (assisted by Mike Smith, Sarah Greene & Craig Charles) a ...

Ghostwatch

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1992 | 3.6/5 | 1h 31min
TV Movie, Horror
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Taking over Leeds United, Brian Clough's abrasive approach and his clear dislike of the players' dirty style of play make it certain there is going to be friction. Glimpses of his earlier career help ...

The Damned United

R

2009 | 3.6/5 | 1h 37min
Drama
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Parkinson (1971) is a British television Interview show that was presented by Michael Parkinson. ...

Parkinson

TV-PG

1971 | 3.1/5 | 1h per episode
Talk-Show
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Awards & Nominations for Michael Parkinson

Knight Bachelor Commander of The Order of The British Empire
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Movies with Michael Parkinson as Actor(17)

as himself2020 Victoria Wood In Her Own Words
as himself2019 Busby
as himself2017 Matthews
as himself2016 Attenborough at 90
as himself2014 The Battle for Britain's Breakfast
as himself2012 Ghostwatch: Behind the Curtains
as Self - Host2010 BBC Swingin' Christmas
as himself2006 Best Ever Muppet Moments
as Parky2003 Love Actually
as Self / Master of Ceremonies2002 Prom at the Palace
as himself2002 Billy Connolly: A BAFTA Tribute
2000 Victoria Wood with All the Trimmings
1999 Billy Connolly: Erect for 30 Years
as Presenter1992 Ghostwatch
as Self - Audience Member (uncredited)1985 An Audience with Billy Connolly
as himself1975 Parkinson: Meet Henry Fonda
as T.V. Interviewer1974 Madhouse

TV Shows/Series with Michael Parkinson as Actor(18)

as himself2007 The Graham Norton Show
2006 The Story of Light Entertainment
as himself2006 The One Show
as himself1995 The Frank Skinner Show
as himself1995 Parkinson: The Interviews
as himself1994 Room 101
as himself1991 Pebble Mill
as himself1988 This Morning
1982 Countdown
1982 There's A Lot Of It About
as himself1982 The Kenny Everett Television Show
1979 The Marti Caine Show
as Self - Host1979 Parkinson In Australia
as himself1978 An Audience with...
as himself1971 Parkinson
as Self - Co-Host1968 The Dick Cavett Show
as Self - Guest1968 The Dick Cavett Show
as himself1961 The Morecambe & Wise Show

TV Shows/Series with Michael Parkinson as Crew(1)

Creator/Creator1979 Parkinson In Australia

Full Name: Michael Parkinson
Citizenship: United Kingdom (UK)
Born: Thursday, 03/28 1935 (March) in Cudworth, West Riding of Yorkshire (United Kingdom (UK))
Died: Wednesday, 08/16 2023 (August) in Bray (aged: 88)
Zodiac sign: Aries (Chinese zodiac sign: Pig)
Languages: English (EN)
Educated at: Holgate School, Barnsley
Spouses (current/former): Mary Parkinson
Michael Parkinson frequently works together with these people:
Gabby Logan (8x, Actress)
Terry Wogan (8x, Actor)
Stephen Fry (7x, Actor)
Elton John (7x, Actor)
Declan Donnelly (7x, Actor)
Germaine Greer (7x, Actress)
Graham Norton (7x, Actor)
Frank Skinner (7x, Actor)
Cliff Richard (7x, Actor)
Lorraine Kelly (7x, Actress)
Des O'Connor (7x, Actor)
Lesley Manning (4x, Crew)
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WatchPlayStream ID: PEOPLE:1344109, Added: 09/03/2019, Last updated: 04/21/2024