Micky Dolenz - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 08, 1945 |
|---|---|
| Age | 81 |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Micky Dolenz's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Drummer and lead vocalist of The Monkees; work as a TV director and radio personality. |
Intro
Micky Dolenz is an American musician, actor, television director, and radio personality, best known as the drummer and lead vocalist of The Monkees, the popular 1960s pop-rock band and TV show. Dolenz's distinctive voice and comedic timing contributed to the group's enduring success.
Early Life & Background
George Michael 'Micky' Dolenz Jr. was born in Los Angeles, California. The son of actors George Dolenz and Janelle Johnson, Dolenz was exposed to show business at an early age, appearing in the children's TV series 'Circus Boy' as a child actor before gaining worldwide fame with The Monkees.
Career Highlights
- Starred in and provided vocals for The Monkees (1966–68 TV series and band)
- Recorded hit songs including 'I'm a Believer', 'Last Train to Clarksville', and 'Daydream Believer'
- Worked as a television director and producer post-Monkees
- Performed in musical theatre and released solo albums
- Active as a radio DJ and voice actor
Trivia
- Dolenz originally auditioned for The Monkees as a guitarist, but was cast as the drummer, learning to play drums for the show and band.
- He has continued to tour and perform as the last surviving original member of The Monkees.
- Dolenz directed episodes of UK television programs including 'Metal Mickey' and returned to acting in later years.
FAQs
People also ask
Micky Dolenz is 81 years old.
Micky Dolenz was born the 8 March 1945.
Los Angeles, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About March 8th, 1945, in brief:
- Historical events: The musical 'Kiss Me Kate', a popular Broadway adaptation of Shakespeare's 'The Taming of the Shrew', opens in Britain, showcasing post-war cultural exchange and entertainment.
- Day of the week: March 8th, 1945 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Dream by Pied Pipers
- Popular movie: The Lost Weekend directed by Billy Wilder
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