Paul Michael Glaser

Date of Birth: March 25, 1943

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Biography

Paul Michael Glaser is an American actor and director best known for his role as Detective Dave Starsky on the 1970s television series “Starsky & Hutch.” Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Glaser developed an early interest in acting and pursued it through high school and college. He attended Tulane University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and theater, and then furthered his education at Boston University, where he obtained a Master of Fine Arts degree in acting and directing. Glaser began his career on the stage, performing in various theater productions before transitioning to television and film. His breakout role came in 1975 when he was cast as David Starsky in the popular TV show “Starsky & Hutch,” which ran until 1979. The show made him a household name and solidified his status as a television icon. Beyond “Starsky & Hutch,” Glaser has appeared in numerous films and television series, including “Fiddler on the Roof” (1971), “Butterflies Are Free” (1972), and “The Running Man” (1987). He also directed several television episodes and films, such as “The Running Man” and “Kazaam” (1996). In addition to his acting and directing career, Glaser is a dedicated advocate for HIV/AIDS awareness. His first wife, Elizabeth Glaser, contracted HIV from a blood transfusion and passed it to their children. Elizabeth’s death in 1994 spurred Paul to become involved in activism and support for HIV/AIDS research and treatment.

5 Interesting Facts about Paul Michael Glaser

1. Paul Michael Glaser is an accomplished painter and has exhibited his artwork in galleries.

2. He served as the Chairman of the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation for several years.

3. Glaser played Perchik in the film adaptation of “Fiddler on the Roof” (1971).

4. He has written and published a novel titled “Chrystallia and the Source of Light” (2011).

5. Glaser made guest appearances in popular TV shows like “The Love Boat,” “Murder, She Wrote,” and “Third Watch.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Paul Michael Glaser

1. “Acting is a way of living out one’s insanity.”

2. “I think the greatest thing in the world is to believe in people.”

3. “Art is about learning how to create yourself.”

4. “The thing about acting is that it allows you to live other people’s lives without having to pay the price.”

5. “Life is fragile, handle with prayer.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Paul Michael Glaser’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $4 million.

Children

Paul Michael Glaser had two children with his late wife, Elizabeth Glaser. His daughter, Ariel, passed away in 1988 due to complications from AIDS. His son, Jake Glaser, was also born HIV-positive but has survived and thrived, becoming an advocate for HIV/AIDS awareness himself.