Michael Gross facts for kids
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Michael Gross
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Gross in 2015.
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| Born |
Michael Edward Gross
June 21, 1947 |
| Education | Kelvyn Park High School University of Illinois at Chicago Yale University |
| Years active | 1975–present |
| Spouse(s) |
Elza Bergeron
(m. 1984) |
| Children | 2 stepdaughters |
Michael Edward Gross, born on June 21, 1947, is a well-known American actor. You might recognize him as Steven Keaton from the popular TV show Family Ties. He is also famous for playing Burt Gummer, the brave monster hunter, in the Tremors movie series.
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Who is Michael Gross?
Michael Gross is an actor who has been in many movies and TV shows. He is especially famous for two very different roles. One is a kind and understanding dad in a TV comedy. The other is a tough, monster-fighting hero in a series of action movies.
Early Life and Education
Michael Edward Gross was born in Chicago, Illinois. He grew up in a place called Cabrini-Green. He went to Kelvyn Park High School and then studied at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Later, he continued his education at Yale University. These schools helped him learn a lot and prepare for his acting career.
Becoming an Actor
Michael Gross started acting in the mid-1970s. He first appeared in plays on stage. This helped him gain experience and learn how to perform in front of an audience. Soon, he began to get roles in television and movies.
Starring in Family Ties
One of Michael Gross's most famous roles was as Steven Keaton in the TV show Family Ties. This show was very popular from 1982 to 1989. Steven Keaton was a loving father who had been a hippie in the 1960s. He and his wife, Elyse, raised their children, who had different ideas about life. The show was a comedy about family life and different generations. Michael Gross played a warm and funny dad that many people loved.
The Tremors Movies
After Family Ties, Michael Gross took on a very different role. He became Burt Gummer in the Tremors movie series. Burt Gummer is a survivalist who hunts giant, worm-like monsters called graboids. These movies are full of action and adventure. Michael Gross has played Burt Gummer in many Tremors films and even a TV show. This role showed his ability to play tough and serious characters too.
Other Roles and Projects
Besides Family Ties and Tremors, Michael Gross has appeared in many other TV shows and movies. He has had guest roles in popular series like Spin City, ER, and How I Met Your Mother. He has also lent his voice to animated characters. Michael Gross continues to act, taking on various roles that show his wide range of talent.
Personal Life
Michael Gross married Elza Bergeron in 1984. He has two stepdaughters. When he is not acting, Michael Gross enjoys hobbies like trains. He is known to be a big fan of railroads and even collects model trains. He often attends events related to trains and their history.
