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Michael Bower(I)

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Michael Ray Bower has established himself over the past decade as an actor of considerable talent and accomplishment. His diverse and eclectic resume ranges from hilarious roles in such comedies as "Dude Where's My Car" and "Evolution," to hauntingly dramatic performances in intense Television Shows such as "Dark Angel", "CSI" and His breakthrough performance as a young Soldier Of A futuristic War in James Cameron's "Dark Angel" was Submitted For A possible Emmy Nomination.Michael Has Won Numerous Awards Through Out His Career. Young Artist Award, Teen People's Choice, ACE Award Nominee

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Bower landed his first role at the age of eleven on the popular motion picture Moonwalker alongside World idol Michael Jackson. He soon recurred on the award-winning "The Wonder Years" For 3 seasons. Bower soon turned recurring roles into series regulars on 3 Primetime shows. With his fan following and critical acclaim he led "Nickelodeons Best Comedy Show "Salute Your Shorts" (cult-like following now). Michael has guest-starred on over 30 Primetime Television shows .

He made his Lead feature film debut in DreamWorks Summer Hit "Evolution" For director Ivan Reitman He Starred alongside such heavy weights as David Duchovney, Sean William Scott, Orlando Jones, Dan Akroyd, and academy award winner Julianne Moore. Rumor is Michael beat out the likes of Jack Black, and Dane Cook for the role...More recent credits include "Marilyn Hotchkiss Ballroom Dancing and Charm School" again he starred along greats john Goodman, Sean Astin, Marissa Tomei, Mary Steenburgen & Danny Devito.

Bower showcased his impressive acting chops in many indie & festival shorts that have showed many in Hollywood that he is not only a comedy genius but a very powerful dramatic actor. He has aspirations of directing as well and is soon to start directing his first short. Bower leads a cast of comedians in a mock musical show touring nationwide with network interest.

For the big screen, Michael will next be seen starring in "Two Dudes & a Dream", and he recently completed work for Jersey Films "Community College" In his spare time, Bower enjoys writing, technology, and film and TV watching with a new found passion for Tournament Poker.
BornFebruary 12, 1975
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    Known for

    Salute Your Shorts (1991)
    Salute Your Shorts
    8.2
    TV Series
    • Eddie 'Donkeylips' Gelfen
    Jennifer Garner, Ashton Kutcher, Seann William Scott, and Marla Sokoloff in Eh mec! Elle est où ma caisse? (2000)
    Eh mec! Elle est où ma caisse?
    5.5
    • Big Cult Guard #2(as Michael Ray Bower)
    • 2000
    Évolution (2001)
    Évolution
    6.1
    • Danny(as Michael Ray Bower)
    • 2001
    Gillian Anderson and David Duchovny in X-Files : Aux frontières du réel (1993)
    X-Files : Aux frontières du réel
    8.6
    TV Series
    • Lo-Fat(as Michael Ray Bower)

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    Actor



    • Daisy Jones and the Six (2023)
      Daisy Jones and the Six
      8.1
      TV Series
      • Ryan
      • 2023
    • Hoyt Richards and Brian Drolet in Dumbbells: Special Edition (2022)
      Dumbbells: Special Edition
      4.2
      • 2022
    • Brian Dennehy, Jason Lee, Sam Trammell, and Dreama Walker in Cocked (2015)
      Cocked
      7.0
      TV Movie
      • Technician (as Michael Ray Bower)
      • 2015
    • Tim and Eric's Bedtime Stories (2013)
      Tim and Eric's Bedtime Stories
      7.7
      TV Series
      • Barry
      • 2014
    • Martha Plimpton, Cloris Leachman, Garret Dillahunt, Shannon Woodward, and Lucas Neff in Raising Hope (2010)
      Raising Hope
      8.1
      TV Series
      • Kevin
      • 2014
    • Beau Bridges, Will Arnett, and Margo Martindale in The Millers (2013)
      The Millers
      6.0
      TV Series
      • Barry Jorgenson
      • 2014
    • Dumbbells (2014)
      Dumbbells
      3.5
      • Erwin (as Michael Ray Bower)
      • 2014
    • Geek USA (2013)
      Geek USA
      8.1
      • Coach
      • 2013
    • Sketchy (2012)
      Sketchy
      7.3
      TV Series
      • 2013
    • Fireflies
      7.6
      • Donny
      • 2013
    • Focus the Series (2012)
      Focus the Series
      TV Series
      • John Blanda
      • 2012
    • Star Wars: The Old Republic (2011)
      Star Wars: The Old Republic
      8.5
      Video Game
      • Additional Voices (voice, uncredited)
      • 2011
    • David Boreanaz and Emily Deschanel in Bones (2005)
      Bones
      7.8
      TV Series
      • Sam Nozik (as Michael Ray Bower)
      • 2011
    • Prom '97 (2011)
      Prom '97
      Short
      • Mr. Smith
      • 2011
    • Rob Wiethoff in Red Dead Redemption (2010)
      Red Dead Redemption
      9.4
      Video Game
      • The Local Population (voice)
      • 2010

    Producer



    • Focus the Series (2012)
      Focus the Series
      TV Series
      • executive producer
      • 2012
    • Tommy Avallone, Tim Dean, Jon Dean, and Jordan McSorley in Community College (2009)
      Community College
      4.9
      • associate producer
      • 2009

    Director



    • Focus the Series (2012)
      Focus the Series
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2012

    Videos12

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    Award Winning Short: Dinner With Raphael
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    Award Winning Short: Dinner With Raphael
    Award Winning Short: Dinner With Raphael
    Demo Reel 10:31
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    Commercial Reel  Michael Ray Bower
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    Star Wars: The Old Republic (VG)
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    Star Wars: The Old Republic (VG)
    Salute Your Shorts Trailer - Season 1
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    Salute Your Shorts Trailer - Season 1
    The Orange Years: The Nickelodeon Story
    Trailer 1:41
    The Orange Years: The Nickelodeon Story

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    • Alternative names
      • Michael R. Bower
    • Height
      • 1.75 m
    • Born
      • February 12, 1975
      • Tarzana, California, USA
    • Spouse
      • Leigh Ann Karetas? - present
    • Other works
      Appeared as a contestant on the MTV show "Singled Out"

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    • Trivia
      He has been very critical of Nickelodeon programming at the turn of the century and says "Kids from the 2000's are brainwashed into thinking "iCarly" is a great show but it failed in comparison to our shows in the 1990's".
    • Salaries
        Wishcraft
        (2002)
        $15,000

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      50 years old
    • When was Michael Bower born?
      February 12, 1975
    • Where was Michael Bower born?
      Tarzana, California, USA
    • What is Michael Bower's birth name?
      Anthony Michael Ray Bower
    • How tall is Michael Bower?
      5 feet 9 inches, or 1.75 meters

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