John Clarke (actor) facts for kids
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John Clarke
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Clarke as Mickey Horton in Days of Our Lives, 1967
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| Born | April 14, 1932 |
| Died | October 16, 2019 (aged 88) Laguna Beach, California, U.S.
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| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1959–2004 |
John Clarke (born April 14, 1932 – died October 16, 2019) was an American actor. He was famous for playing a character named Mickey Horton on a TV show called Days of Our Lives.
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John Clarke's Acting Career
John Clarke was best known for his long-time role on the TV show Days of Our Lives. This show is a type of TV drama called a soap opera, which tells ongoing stories about people's lives.
He played the character of Mickey Horton for 39 years. He started when the show first began in 1965. He continued acting on the show until 2004.
Retiring from Days of Our Lives
John Clarke stopped acting on Days of Our Lives in 2004. He retired because of some health problems. Another actor named John Ingle took over his role as Mickey Horton.
Family Connection to Acting
John Clarke's daughter is also an actress. Her name is Melinda Clarke. She even started her acting career on Days of Our Lives, just like her father.
Awards and Recognition
In 2005, John Clarke received a very special honor. He was given the Daytime Emmys Lifetime Achievement Award. This award celebrates actors who have had a long and successful career in daytime television.
Later Life and Passing
John Clarke passed away on October 16, 2019. He was 88 years old. He died in Laguna Beach, California, due to health issues related to pneumonia.
