Michael Ontkean is a Canadian actor best known for playing Actor in Twin Peaks.
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Best Known For:The television show Twin Peaks
Breakthrough:Gained stardom as Ned Braden in the iconic hockey film Slap Shot in 1977
10 Quick Facts About Michael Ontkean
- Full Name: Michael Ontkean
- Nationality: Canadian
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The television show Twin Peaks
- Date of Birth: January 24, 1946
- Age: 80 years old
- Place of Birth: Vancouver, British Columbia
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Jamie Smith-Jackson
- Specialization: Actor
Michael Ontkean Age
Michael Ontkean is about 80 years old as of 2026. Michael Ontkean was born in 1946.
Michael Ontkean Height
Michael Ontkean stands at a height of 6 feet 0 inches. This is approximately 183 cm.
Education
He attended University of New Hampshire.
- University of New Hampshire
- Period: 1970
Rise to Fame
Michael Ontkean rose to prominence for his role on the television show Twin Peaks.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Twin Peaks and Slap Shot.
Television
- TV Show: Twin Peaks (Actor)
Film
- Film: Slap Shot (Actor)
Michael Ontkean Family & Relationships
Michael Ontkean is married to Jamie Smith-Jackson.
- Father: Leonard Ontkean
- Mother: Muriel Ontkean
Lesser Known Facts
- Before his acting career, Ontkean was a standout hockey player at the University of New Hampshire.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Michael Ontkean
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: Canadian
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: January 24, 1946
- Age: 80
- Birthday: January 24
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
- Place of Birth: Vancouver, British Columbia
Measurements
- Height: 6 ft 0 in
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Brown
Family & Relationships
- Father: Leonard Ontkean
- Mother: Muriel Ontkean
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Jamie Smith-Jackson
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $40,000–$518,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $158,000–$10,525,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Acting contracts and related professional work
Related Biographies
- Jamie Smith-Jackson (Spouse • Wife)
