Michael Moriarty, a towering figure in Hollywood at 6' 3", has always commanded attention with his commanding presence. As one of the most renowned character television actors of all time, Moriarty's impressive career has spanned decades. Born in 1941 in Detroit, Michigan, he would later relocate to London, England, where he established himself as a talented stage actor.
Moriarty's theatrical prowess was further honed at London's prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, where he studied as a Fulbright Scholar and under the tutelage of the esteemed Stella Adler. Prior to his rise to fame, Moriarty also gained valuable work experience by selling encyclopedias and tires.
From 1971 onwards, Moriarty's film career began to take off, with notable roles in successful movies such as Bang the Drum Slowly (1973) and The Last Detail (1973). However, it was his performance in the 1978 mini-series Holocaust, for which he won a Golden Globe, that cemented his status as a leading actor. In this critically acclaimed production, Moriarty played the ruthless and despicable Erik Dorf, opposite James Woods, solidifying his reputation as a master of his craft.
