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Michael Purnell is an American actor who has appeared in numerous films and television shows. He was born on August 21, 1946 in Andalusia, Alabama. He is best known for his roles in the films The Great Gatsby (1974), The Longest Yard (1974), and The Blues Brothers (1980). Purnell began his career in the early 1970s, appearing in several television shows such as The Mod Squad, The Streets of San Francisco, and The Rockford Files. He also had a recurring role in the sitcom Good Times. In 1974, Purnell made his feature film debut in The Great Gatsby, playing the role of Tom Buchanan. He then went on to appear in The Longest Yard, The Blues Brothers, and The Toy. In the 1980s, Purnell appeared in several television shows, including Hill Street Blues, The A-Team, and Miami Vice. He also had a recurring role in the sitcom 227. In the 1990s, Purnell appeared in the films The Five Heartbeats and The Preacher's Wife. He also had a recurring role in the sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Purnell's most recent film role was in the 2018 drama The Hate U Give. As of 2021, Michael Purnell's net worth is estimated to be roughly $2 million.

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Occupation actor
Age 76 years old
Zodiac Sign Leo
Born 21 August, 1946
Birthday 21 August
Birthplace Andalusia, Alabama, USA
Nationality United States

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Michael Purnell Height, Weight & Measurements

At 76 years old, Michael Purnell height is 5' 8" (1.73 m) .

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Height 5' 8" (1.73 m)
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He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Michael Purnell Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Michael Purnell worth at the age of 76 years old? Michael Purnell’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated Michael Purnell's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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2010

Mr. Purnell retired in 2010 after a dual career teaching high school English and acting. He continues to pursue his acting career, and he is available for casting auditions.

1972

Michael Purnell grew up in Red Level, Alabama, a small rural community in the southern part of the state. The son of Vernon Lee Purnell and Stella Stowers, Mike's parents were both deceased when he was nine years old, and he was raised by other relatives. He moved to LaGrange, Georgia, USA, when he was seventeen, where he later graduated from high school and college. At LaGrange College he majored in theatre, playing such character parts as Sancho Panza in "Man of LaMancha", and Bellamy in "The Fantasticks". After serving in the US Navy aboard the destroyer USS John W. Thomason in the western Pacific (Vietnam), he returned to Georgia where he worked as crew and cast member for the Atlanta Childrens' Theatre in his first professional production, "Treasure Island". Mike began a dual career when he began teaching in public school at Luthersville Elementary School in 1972. Since that time, he has continued teaching and acting in various settings, including his current position as high school English teacher in his home town in Red Level.