Michael Nesmith (1942–2021)


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Singer, composer, heartthrob, pioneer--all are accurate descriptions of Robert Michael Nesmith. Most easily identified by his trademark blue wool hat with pompom, Nesmith fashioned a diversified career within music and also in film. Born in Saint Joseph's Hospital in downtown Houston, Texas, Nesmith was a self-described "failure" growing up. "I ... See full bio »

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2 wins & 5 nominations. See more awards »

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Known For

Monkees Mike / Frank Zappa
(1966-1968)
Timerider - taistelukone Race Official
(1982)
(1968)
Repo Man Rabbi
(1984)

Filmography

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 2014 Portlandia (TV Series)
Father of the Mayor
- 3D Printer (2014) ... Father of the Mayor
 1999 M.U.G.E.N (Video Game)
 1997 Hey, Hey, It's the Monkees (TV Movie)
Mike
 1988 Tapeheads
Water Man
 1987 Burglar
Cabbie
 1985 Michael Nesmith in Television Parts (TV Series)
Host
 1984 An All Consuming Passion (Video)
Academy Award Presenter
 1984 Repo Man
Rabbi (uncredited)
 1982 Timerider - taistelukone
Race Official (uncredited)
 1981 An Evening with Sir William Martin (Video short)
Foyer the Butler
 1981 Saturday Night Live (TV Series)
Man in Foreign Film / The Man with the Black Hat
- Robert Hays/14 Karat Soul/Joe 'King' Carrasco & The Crowns (1981) ... Man in Foreign Film (uncredited)
- Ray Sharkey/Jack Bruce & Friends (1981) ... The Man with the Black Hat (voice, uncredited)
 1968 The Monkees: Head
Mike
 1966-1968 Monkees (TV Series)
Mike / Frank Zappa
- Mijacogeo (1968) ... Mike
- Monkees Blow Their Minds (1968) ... Mike / Frank Zappa
- Some Like It Lukewarm (1968) ... Mike
- Monkees Mind Their Manor (1968) ... Mike
- The Monkees in Paris (1968) ... Mike
 1967 The Beatles: A Day in the Life (Music Video short)
Michael Nesmith
 1967 The Monkees: Daydream Believer (Music Video short)
Michael Nesmith
 1966 The Monkees: I'm a Believer (Music Video short)
Michael Nesmith
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Personal Details

Other Works:

(1960s) TV commercial (as The Monkees): Kool-Aid powdered drink. See more »

Publicity Listings:

2 Biographical Movies | 1 Print Biography | 2 Portrayals | 2 Interviews | 1 Article | 1 Pictorial | See more »


Alternate Names:

Michael Blessing | The Monkees | Mike Nesmith | Nesmith

Height:

6' 1" (1.85 m)

Spouse:

Victoria Alexandra Kennedy  (divorced) | See more »

Children:

Christian Nesmith | See more »
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Personal Quote:

[on the death of fellow Monkee Davy Jones] David's spirit and soul live well in my heart, among all the lovely people, who remember with me the good times, and the healing times, that were created for so many, including us. I have fond memories. I wish him safe travels. See more »

Trivia:

Born on the exact same date as Fred Ward. See more »

Trademark:

Light Texas accent See more »

Nickname:

Mike See more »

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