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Michael Parkinson

TV Host Michael Parkinson

Full Name: Sir Michael Parkinson CBE
Profession: TV Host

Nationality:
England
English

Biography: Described by The Guardian as "the great British talkshow host" he interviewed dozens of high profile celebrities over many decades.

Parkinson was the host of his eponymous chat show from 1971 to 1982 and again from 1998 to 2007. He also ventured into other chat shows both internationally and nationally.

Born: March 28, 1935
Birthplace: Cudsworth, Yorkshire, England

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aries

Died: August 16, 2023 (aged 88)

Historical Events

  • 1971-02-19 British TV chat show "Parkinson" debuts on BBC1 presented by Michael Parkinson
  • 2008-06-04 British TV presenter Michael Parkinson is knighted by Queen Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace

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