Michael York | 03/27/42 | 79

British actor Michael York is a two-time Emmy Award-winning actor born in Fulmar, Buckinghamshire. York discovered his knack for acting at a young age but pursued a college degree first before moving to the professional world of acting. He started gaining experience under Bromley Little Theatre and later moved on to the National Youth Theater. He made his professional acting debut in 1959 in London’s West End production of the Shakespeare classic Hamlet. From that point on, York’s career steadily rose.

He also grew his acting portfolio to include varied acting projects in film, TV, and stage. However, his most prominent work came from the ABC’s Afterschool Special: Are You My Mother? He also became a staple character in the Austin Powers franchise from 1997 to 2002. York is still very much active in the industry today. However, he has chosen to live a more low-profile life away from the spotlight. There’s no word yet if the actor is working on an upcoming project, but we’re sure his avid followers are excited to see him on tv and the big screens again.