Micky Dolenz

Micky Dolenz (born George Michael Dolenz Jr. on March 8, 1945) is an American entertainer who rose to prominence as a member of the manufactured pop rock band The Monkees during the 1960s. Originally trained as an actor and dancer, Dolenz appeared on the television show 'Circus Boy' as a child before being selected for The Monkees in 1965. As the band's drummer and one of its lead vocalists, he became a teen idol during the group's peak popularity, performing on hit singles like 'Daydream Believer,' 'Last Train to Clarksville,' and 'I'm a Believer.' Beyond his role as a performer, Dolenz directed the band's experimental 1968 film 'Head,' which became a cult classic. After The Monkees disbanded, he pursued a diverse career in television directing, producing, and voice acting, including work on animated series. Despite the band's initially controversial reception by critics, The Monkees have been reassessed as important pioneers of television-based pop music. Dolenz has remained active in entertainment for over five decades, and The Monkees continue to tour occasionally with remaining members.