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Michael Nesmith - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 30, 1942 |
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| Died | December 10, 2021 (age 78) |
| Birthplace | Houston, Texas, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Michael Nesmith's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Member of The Monkees; pioneering solo career in country rock; innovator in music video and the creation of the television show 'PopClips,' which led to the development of MTV. |
Intro
Michael Nesmith was an American musician, songwriter, actor, producer, and novelist best known as a member of the pop rock band The Monkees and for his pioneering work in country rock and music video production.
Early Life & Background
Michael Nesmith was born in Houston, Texas, and raised by his mother Bette Nesmith Graham, the inventor of Liquid Paper. He attended Thomas Jefferson High School in Dallas before serving briefly in the U.S. Air Force. Nesmith moved to Los Angeles in the mid-1960s to pursue a career in music.
Career Highlights
- Member of The Monkees, contributing as musician, songwriter, and actor on their television series (1966–1968) [1][2]
- Wrote notable Monkees songs such as 'Papa Gene’s Blues' and 'Listen to the Band' [1][2]
- Pioneered the country rock genre with his First National Band recordings, including the hit 'Joanne' [1][2]
- Executive producer of the film 'Repo Man' (1984) [2]
- Founded Pacific Arts Corporation, a media and video production company; creator of the television show 'PopClips,' which helped inspire MTV [1][2]
- Published novels and memoirs, including 'Infinite Tuesday' [2]
Trivia
- His mother, Bette Nesmith Graham, invented Liquid Paper, becoming a millionaire and philanthropist [1][2].
- After The Monkees' initial breakup, Nesmith declined participation in reunions for years, focusing on his solo work [1][2].
FAQs
People also ask
When was Michael Nesmith born?
Michael Nesmith was born the 30 December 1942.
Where is Michael Nesmith from?
Houston, Texas, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About December 30th, 1942, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 30th, 1942 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: This Gun for Hire directed by Frank Tuttle
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