Date of Birth: February 6, 1939
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Biography
Michael Joseph Farrell, known as Mike Farrell, is an American actor, producer, and activist. Born on February 6, 1939, in St. Paul, Minnesota, he is best known for his role as Captain B.J. Hunnicutt on the television series “M*A*S*H,” which ran from 1975 to 1983. Farrell’s career spans over five decades, during which he has appeared in numerous television shows and films. Aside from acting, Farrell is also noted for his humanitarian efforts and political activism, particularly in the areas of human rights and social justice. He has served as a spokesperson for various organizations, including Amnesty International and Death Penalty Focus. Farrell began his acting career in the 1960s with guest roles on TV series such as “Bonanza,” “Marcus Welby, M.D.,” and “The Interns.” His big break came when he joined the cast of “M*A*S*H,” replacing Wayne Rogers. The role not only brought him fame but also allowed him to showcase his talents as a writer and director. Following “M*A*S*H,” Farrell continued to work in television, starring in and producing the series “Providence” from 1999 to 2002. He has also made notable guest appearances on shows like “Desperate Housewives” and “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.”
5 Interesting Facts about Mike Farrell
1. Mike Farrell served in the United States Marine Corps and was stationed at Camp Hansen, Okinawa.
2. He co-founded the production company Farrell/Minoff Productions with Marvin Minoff.
3. Farrell played a significant role in the “M*A*S*H” series, not only as an actor but also as a writer and director for some episodes.
4. He is a staunch advocate against the death penalty and has been involved with Death Penalty Focus since the 1980s.
5. Farrell is married to actress Shelley Fabares, known for her roles in “The Donna Reed Show” and “Coach.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Mike Farrell
1. “I think the best thing about ‘M*A*S*H’ was that it had something to say, and it said it well.”
2. “I didn’t become an actor to be famous. I became an actor because I love acting.”
3. “Human rights are not a privilege conferred by government. They are every human being’s entitlement by virtue of his humanity.”
4. “The death penalty is an abomination that should be abolished.”
5. “Acting is a gift, and I feel privileged to have been able to make a living at it.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Mike Farrell is estimated to be around $10 million.
Children
Mike Farrell has two children, a son named Michael Farrell Jr. and a daughter named Erin Farrell, from his first marriage to Judy Farrell.
Relevant Links
1. [Mike Farrell IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0268286/
2. [Mike Farrell Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Farrell
3. [Mike Farrell on “M*A*S*H”](https://mash.fandom.com/wiki/Mike_Farrell
4. [Mike Farrell’s Humanitarian Work](https://www.deathpenalty.org/mike-farrell
