Michael Parkinson is a British journalist best known for playing Host in Parkinson.
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Best Known For:The television show Parkinson
Breakthrough:Launched his eponymous talk show on the BBC, becoming the UK's leading interviewer in 1971
10 Quick Facts About Michael Parkinson
- Full Name: Michael Parkinson
- Nationality: British
- Profession: Reporter and host
- Date of Birth: March 28, 1935
- Age: 91 years old
- Place of Birth: Cudworth, South Yorkshire, England
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Mary Parkinson
- Popular As: Parky
- Specialization: TV Host and Reporter
Michael Parkinson Age
Michael Parkinson is about 91 years old as of 2026. Michael Parkinson was born in 1935.
Michael Parkinson Height
Michael Parkinson stands at a height of 5 feet 10 inches. This is approximately 178 cm.
Education
He attended Barnsley Grammar School.
- Barnsley Grammar School
Career & Work
Michael Parkinson's career includes journalism and broadcasting roles with BBC.
Organization: BBC
Role: Host
Period: 1971–1982
Details: London, UK · First run of Parkinson talk show
Rise to Fame
Michael Parkinson rose to prominence for his role on the television show Parkinson.
Notable Works
- TV Show: Parkinson (Host, 1971-2007) — Signature talk show
Michael Parkinson Family & Relationships
Michael Parkinson is married to Mary Parkinson. He has 3 children, including Andrew Parkinson and Nicholas Parkinson.
- Father: John William Parkinson
- Mother: Freda Parkinson
- Children:
- Andrew Parkinson (1960)
- Nicholas Parkinson (1964)
- Michael Parkinson Jr (1967)
Lesser Known Facts
- He was a very keen cricketer and once had a trial for Yorkshire County Cricket Club.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Michael Parkinson
- Popular As: Parky
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Reporter and host
- Nationality: British
- Living Status: Deceased
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: March 28, 1935
- Age: 91
- Birthday: March 28
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Place of Birth: Cudworth, South Yorkshire, England
Measurements
- Height: 5 ft 10 in
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Father: John William Parkinson
- Mother: Freda Parkinson
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Mary Parkinson
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Mary Parkinson (Spouse • Wife)
