Michael Parkinson

Michael Parkinson

Deceased · Born: Mar 28, 1935 · Died: Aug 17, 2023

Personal Details

BornMar 28, 1935 Cudworth, West Riding of Yorkshire, England

Biography

Sir Michael Parkinson CBE, a distinguished English television presenter, broadcaster, journalist, and author, left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment. For over three decades, he captivated audiences with his charismatic presence and in-depth conversations on his iconic television talk show, Parkinson, which aired from 1971 to 1982 and was revived from 1998 to 2007. Throughout his illustrious career, Sir Michael presented numerous other talk shows and programs in the UK and abroad, solidifying his reputation as a master of the art of conversation.

In addition to his television work, Sir Michael also made a significant impact in the world of radio, earning the admiration of critics and fans alike. The Guardian, a prominent British newspaper, aptly described him as "the great British talkshow host," a testament to his enduring legacy in the world of entertainment.

Career

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2003
{"id":154852,"title":"Victoria Wood: With All the Trimmings","year":"2000","character":"Joe Buggersthorpe","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/victoria-wood-with-all-the-trimmings","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_154852.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_154852.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
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1999
{"id":59221,"title":"Ghostwatch","year":"1992","character":"Presenter","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/ghostwatch","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2de8a0t5jim0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2de8a0t5jim0.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Ghostwatch
Ghostwatch as Presenter
{"id":26570,"title":"Madhouse","year":"1974","character":"T.V. Interviewer","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/madhouse-1974","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3btog31fvps0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3btog31fvps0.jpg"},"released":1}
1974
Madhouse
Madhouse as T.V. Interviewer
{"id":202509,"title":"Billy Connolly: My Absolute Pleasure","year":"2021","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/billy-connolly-my-absolute-pleasure","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_202509.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_202509.jpg"},"released":1}
2021
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{"id":199576,"title":"Victoria Wood in Her Own Words","year":"2020","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/victoria-wood-in-her-own-words","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_199576.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_199576.jpg"},"released":1}
2020
{"id":180012,"title":"Ronnie's","year":"2020","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/ronnies-2020","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_180012.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_180012.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":143378,"title":"Busby","year":"2019","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/busby","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_143378.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_143378.jpg"},"released":1}
2019
{"id":127767,"title":"Matthews","year":"2017","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/matthews","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_127767.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_127767.jpg"},"released":1}
2017
{"id":213016,"title":"Attenborough at 90","year":"2016","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/attenborough-at-90","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_213016.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_213016.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
{"id":203414,"title":"The Battle for Britain's Breakfast","year":"2014","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-battle-for-britains-breakfast-2014","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_203414.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_203414.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
{"id":12157,"title":"McCullin","year":"2012","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/mccullin","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_12157.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_12157.jpg"},"released":1}
2012
{"id":40783,"title":"Ghostwatch: Behind the Curtains","year":"2012","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/ghostwatch-behind-the-curtains","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_40783.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_40783.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":183594,"title":"BBC Swingin' Christmas","year":"2010","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/bbc-swingin-christmas-2010","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_183594.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_183594.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
{"id":49884,"title":"Best Ever Muppet Moments","year":"2006","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/best-ever-muppet-moments","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_49884.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_49884.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
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2002
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{"id":258830,"title":"Hellraisers","year":"2000","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/hellraisers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_258830.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_258830.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
{"id":8301,"title":"Room 101","year":1999,"character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/room-101","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8301.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8301.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
{"id":103839428,"title":"Parkinson: The Interviews","year":1995,"character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/parkinson-the-interviews","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103839428.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103839428.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
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1985
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1981