Date of Birth: August 15, 1925
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Date of Death: January 26, 2017
Biography
Mike Connors, born Krekor Ohanian on August 15, 1925, in Fresno, California, was an American actor best known for playing the titular role in the long-running television series “Mannix.” Connors was of Armenian descent and changed his name to Mike Connors early in his career. He initially studied law at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) but was drawn to acting after being encouraged by his peers and mentors. His career in Hollywood began in the early 1950s, and he appeared in a variety of films and TV shows before landing his breakout role on “Mannix” in 1967. Connors earned a Golden Globe Award for his work on the show, which ran until 1975. He continued to act in various roles until his retirement. Connors passed away on January 26, 2017, in Tarzana, California.
5 Interesting Facts about Mike Connors
1. Mike Connors served in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II.
2. He was a basketball player at UCLA and was known for his athleticism.
3. Connors was discovered by director William A. Wellman while playing basketball.
4. He starred in more than 30 films during his career.
5. He was a lifelong advocate for Armenian causes and heritage.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Mike Connors
1. “I wanted to be an attorney. I was going to law school when a director found me.”
2. “You can’t be a leading man in a TV series without good scripts, and producers who believe in you.”
3. “I’ve always had a real connection with my heritage, and I’m proud of it.”
4. “Acting is easier than basketball, but basketball prepared me for the physical demands of acting.”
5. “Television is a medium that demands a lot from you, but it also gives a lot back.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Mike Connors achieved a highest net worth of approximately $6 million.
Children
Mike Connors had two children with his wife, Mary Lou Willey: a son named Matthew and a daughter named Dana.
Relevant Links
1. [Mike Connors IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0175200/
2. [Mike Connors Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Connors
3. [Mike Connors on Find A Grave](https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/175799377/mike-connors
4. [Biography on The Famous People](https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/mike-connors-47964.php
5. [Mike Connors on AllMovie](https://www.allmovie.com/artist/mike-connors-p14523
