Michael Murphy facts for kids

Michael, Mick, or Mike Murphy are common names. Many different people share these names, and they have achieved great things in various fields. This page will tell you about some of the famous people named Michael, Mick, or Mike Murphy.

Artists and Entertainers Named Murphy

Many talented people named Murphy have made their mark in the world of arts and entertainment. They include actors, musicians, filmmakers, and sculptors.

Actors and Performers

• Michael Murphy (actor) (born 1938) is an American actor. He has appeared in many films and TV shows.
• Michael Murphy (Canadian actor) (born 1996) is a Canadian actor. He is well-known for playing Sam Foster in the TV show Life With Boys.

Musicians and Singers

• Mike Murphy (musician) (1946–2006) was an American drummer. He played for famous bands like the Bee Gees and Chicago.
• Michael Bryan Murphy was the lead singer for the rock band REO Speedwagon.
• Michael John Murphy is an American folk musician. He plays traditional folk music.
• Michael Murphy (singer) (born 1986) was a runner-up on New Zealand Idol.
• Mic Murphy (born 1958) is part of the musical duo called The System.

Filmmakers and Artists

• Mike L. Murphy (born 1975) is an American filmmaker and animator. He creates movies and animated works.
• Michael Murphy (sculptor) (born 1975) is an American artist. He is known for his unique sculptures.
• Mick Murphy (guitarist) (born 1972) is an American guitarist. He plays many different instruments.

Sports Stars Named Murphy

Many athletes named Murphy have excelled in various sports. They have played football, hurling, rugby, and more.

Football Players

• Mick Murphy (footballer) (born 1976) is a former English football midfielder.
• Mike Murphy (footballer) (born 1939) is a former English football goalkeeper.
• Michael Murphy (Gaelic footballer) (born 1989) is a famous Irish Gaelic footballer. He plays for Donegal and Glenswilly.
• Mick Murphy (Gaelic footballer) (1931–2009) was an Irish Gaelic footballer.
• Mike Murphy (American football) (born 1944) is an American football coach.
• Mike Murphy (Canadian football) was a fullback in the Canadian Football League.
• Michael Murphy (Australian footballer) (born 1965) played in the VFL/AFL.

Hurling Players

Hurling is a fast-paced Irish sport played with a stick and ball.

• Mick Murphy (Limerick hurler) (1897–1955) was an Irish hurler. He played as a goalkeeper for the Limerick team.
• Michael Murphy (Templederry hurler) (born 1959) is an Irish hurler.
• Mick Murphy (Tipperary hurler) (1940–2018) was an Irish sportsperson.
• Mick Murphy (hurler, born 1918) (1918–2018) was an Irish hurler. He played for Tipperary and Clare.
• Mick Murphy (Cork hurler) (1894–1968) was an Irish sportsman.

Other Sports Athletes

• Mick Murphy (rugby league) (1941–2019) played both rugby union and rugby league.
• Mike Murphy (baseball) (1888–1952) was an American Major League Baseball catcher.
• Michael Murphy (cricketer) (1854–1890) was an Australian cricketer.
• Mick Murphy (cyclist) (1934–2015) was an Irish cyclist. He also competed in wrestling and boxing.
• Michael Murphy (diver) (born 1973) is an Australian Olympic diver.
• Mike Murphy (ice hockey, born 1950) is an ice hockey player and coach. He is now an NHL vice-president.
• Mike Murphy (ice hockey, born 1989) is a Canadian ice hockey goaltender.
• Mike Murphy (trainer and coach) (1860–1913) was a famous trainer. He is known as the "father of American track athletics."
• Mick Murphy (speedway rider) (1911–1998) was an Australian speedway rider.

Politicians Named Murphy

Several people named Murphy have served in government and politics. They have worked to represent their communities.

• Michael Murphy (New Hampshire politician) is a member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives.
• Michael Murphy (Indiana politician) (born 1957) is a member of the Indiana House of Representatives.
• Michael Pat Murphy (1919–2000) was an Irish Labour Party politician.
• Michael Murphy (Tennessee politician) was a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives from 1971 to 1986.
• Michael C. Murphy (New York politician) (1839–1903) was a New York politician.
• Michael C. Murphy (Michigan politician) (1952–2014) was a member of the Michigan House of Representatives.
• Mick Murphy (Irish Socialist politician) is an Irish Socialist Party activist.
• Mick Murphy (Sinn Féin politician) (born 1942) is a politician in Northern Ireland.
• Mike Murphy (Illinois politician) is an Illinois politician.
• Mike Murphy (New Brunswick politician) (born 1958) is a Canadian lawyer and Liberal politician.
• Mike Murphy (political consultant) (born 1962) is an American political consultant.
• Mike Murphy (Washington politician) is the treasurer for the state of Washington.
• Michael Murphy (Kansas politician) is a member of the Kansas House of Representatives.
• Michael A. Murphy (1837–1909) was a judge on the Supreme Court of Nevada.
• Michael Murphy (Fine Gael politician) is an Irish Fine Gael politician.

Soldiers Named Murphy

Some brave individuals named Murphy have served in the military.

• Michael Murphy (VC) (c. 1837–1893) was an Irish soldier. He received the Victoria Cross for his bravery.
• Michael P. Murphy (1976–2005) was a U.S. Navy SEAL. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions.

Other Notable Murphys

Many other people named Murphy have made important contributions in various fields.

• Michael Murphy (author) (born 1930) is an American author. He helped start the Esalen Institute.
• Michael Murphy (priest) (circa 1767–1798) was a co-leader during the Irish Rebellion of 1798.
• Michael Murphy (bishop) was an Irish Roman Catholic bishop in the 20th century.
• Michael Derrington Murphy (born 1940) is a chemistry professor. He is also a bluegrass musician.
• Michael J. Murphy (police commissioner) (1913–1997) was an American police commissioner.
• Michael Joseph Murphy (1915–2007) was an American leader in the Roman Catholic Church.
• Michael R. Murphy (born 1947) is an American judge.
• Michael Murphy (academic) was a former President of University College Cork.
• Michael Murphy (New Zealand magistrate) (1806–1852) was a New Zealander clerk and police magistrate.
• Michael Murphy (journalist) (born 1948/49) is a news reader for RTÉ.
• Mike Murphy (presenter) (born 1941) is an Irish broadcaster.
• Mike Murphy (sports radio personality) (born 1951) is an American radio talk-show host. He is known as "Murph."
• Michael J. Murphy (builder) (1885–1959) was a master builder in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California.
• Michael J. Murphy (diplomat) is an American diplomat.
• USS Michael Murphy is a destroyer ship named after Michael P. Murphy.

See also

• Michael Martin Murphey (born 1945) is an American singer and songwriter.