Born in Seattle, Washington, Michael was raised in Anchorage, Alaska where he grew to appreciate nature and the fine arts, playing a flying monkey in 2nd grade for his school's production of "The Wizard of Oz." He later moved back to Seattle where he attended school and continued his love of theatre, playing roles in several productions. After claiming a small role in Richard Dean Anderson's MOV, Pandora's Clock, he moved to Los Angeles with his wife to pursue a career in film and television. After years of hard work and dedication, Michael booked several national commercials and several small roles on television and film. Despite the positive turn of events, the birth of medically dependent twins caused him to shift his priorities, and as such, transitioned into a corporate position to provide a more stable environment for his son and daughter. AS of 2007 Michel resides in Seattle, where he one day hopes to pursue his acting career. In 2012 he completed a young adult novel, titled, The Crystal Kingdom: Anee and the Sandstone Buddhas. Show less «