Mike Farrell | 02/06/39 | 83

M*A*S*H iconic star Mike Farrell is an American actor born in Minnesota and raised in Hollywood, California. Like so many men from his generation, Farrell also spent some years serving in the military. The actor, in particular, worked in the United States Marine Corps. After finishing his service, he took on different regular jobs before deciding to pursue acting full-time.

Farrell officially began his acting career in the 60s, earning minor roles in a few TV series. Then in 1968, he was cast to play Scott Banning in Days of Our Lives. More roles followed, but his most prominent project came in 1975 when he received an offer to play B.J. Hunnicut in the show M*A*S*H. The actor also ventured into documentary film narration and became the narrating voice for many National Geographic films. Nowadays, the actor is known for his activism, promoting awareness for human rights and animal cruelty. He’s even spent considerable investment money in support for causes he’s passionate about.