Paul Michael Glaser (born Paul Manfred Glaser; March 25, 1943) is an American actor, director, and writer whose career has spanned five decades. He made his acting debut in the television series Love Is a Many Splendored Thing and went onto have many acting roles, appearing in
The Waltons,
The Streets of San Francisco, and
Kojak. Glaser rose to prominence for his portrayal as "Detective Dave Starsky" in the 1970s television series,
Starsky & Hutch and went on to write and direct five episodes for the show. Following the show's success, he ventured into directing for other series including
Miami Vice,
Judging Amy, and
Las Vegas. Glaser also had some success in movies and made his acting film debut in the musical film
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