Obituary of Mike Douglas

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Mike Douglas

Mike Douglas (born August 11, 1920 in Chicago, Illinois) was a singer, talk show host, and film actor who was best known for being a talk show host of the American, “The Mike Douglas Show” from 1961 till 1981. Mike died on August 11, 2006 and his death was possibly because of an unknown illness. He died on his 85th birthday.

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Mike Douglas Biography Wiki:

    • Net Worth: $60 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Mountain Dew
    • Favorite Color: Rust
    • Favorite Scent: Elizabeth Arden White Tea
    • Favorite Actor: Laurence Olivier

    Mike's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Michael Delaney Dowd Jr.
    • Father: Michael Delaney Dowd Sr. (1891-1979)
    • Mother: Gertrude Elizabeth Smith (1894-1985)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Genevieve Purnell (married 1943-2006, his death)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Michele Douglas
      • Kelly Douglas
      • Christine Douglas

Death Notice:

  • Date: August 11 2006 at age 85
  • Place: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States
  • Cause of Death: Unspecified illness
  • Interment: Buried at Riverside Memorial Park Cemetery in Martin County, Florida

Category Tags:

SingerTalk Show Host Film Actor American Born on August 11th Born in 1921 Born in Illinois Died in 2006 Died at age 85 Died from Unspecified illness

Mike's Notable Roles:

  • The Mike Douglas Show

Quotable Quotes:

"Mike Douglas was a legendary entertainer whose talent and charisma captivated audiences for decades, leaving an enduring impact on the world of entertainment. (V)"

"Mike Douglas had a successful career as a beloved talk show host, entertaining millions of viewers with his charm and wit before his passing at the age of 81. (V)"

Is Mr. Mike Douglas still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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