Paul Michael Glaser Biography: Wife, Age, Movies, Net Worth, Height, Instagram, TV Shows, Wikipedia

Paul Michael Glaser is an American actor, director, and writer widely recognized for his portrayal of Detective Dave Starsky in the 1970s television series Starsky & Hutch alongside David Soul.

He began his acting career with roles in Love Is a Many Splendored Thing and the acclaimed film Fiddler on the Roof.

Expanding his career into directing, Glaser directed films such as The Running Man and The Cutting Edge and episodes of popular television series including Miami Vice and Judging Amy.

In addition to his work in film and television, he has also pursued a passion for art, debuting his first U.S. exhibition in 2018.

Profile

• Full Name: Paul Manfred Glaser
• Stage Name: Paul Michael Glaser
• Born: March 25, 1943
• Age: 81 years old.
• Birthplace: Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American actor, director, and writer
• Height: 1.8 m
• Parents: Samuel Glaser, Dorothy Glaser
• Siblings: Priscilla Glaser
• Spouse: Tracy Barone (m. 1996–2007), Elizabeth Glaser (m. 1980–1994)
• Children: Jake Glaser, Zoe Glaser, Ariel Glaser
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $4 million

Early Life And Education

Paul Manfred Glaser was born on March 25, 1943, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA. He is the youngest child and only son of Dorothy and Samuel Glaser.

His father, Samuel, was a distinguished architect and an MIT graduate. Glaser has two older sisters, one of whom, Priscilla, was active in local theater and played a significant role in shaping his early interest in acting.

He received his early education at Buckingham Browne & Nichols School and later attended the Cambridge School of Weston.

In 1966, he graduated from Tulane University with a degree in theater and English. He then pursued advanced studies at Boston University, earning a Master of Fine Arts in acting and directing in 1967.

Raised in a Jewish family, Glaser’s heritage and upbringing played a meaningful role in his personal and professional journey.

Career

Paul Michael Glaser’s introduction to the stage came at 14 when he performed in Amahl and the Night Visitors. He later pursued a professional acting career, making early television appearances in series such as Love Is a Many Splendored Thing.

His theatrical experience extended to stage productions, including Rock Hamlet and Uncle Vanya, further establishing his versatility as a performer.

Glaser’s breakthrough came in 1971 when he portrayed Perchik in the acclaimed film Fiddler on the Roof.

However, his most iconic role arrived in 1975 when he was cast as Detective Dave Starsky in the hit television series Starsky & Hutch, a role that made him a household name.

During the show’s run, which lasted until 1979, he also began exploring directing, helming several episodes, and developing his skills behind the camera.

Following Starsky & Hutch, Glaser expanded his career into acting and directing. He appeared in television series such as The Streets of San Francisco, Kojak, and The Rockford Files, directing notable projects like The Running Man (1987) and The Cutting Edge (1992).

His directorial work extended to television, with credits including Miami Vice, Judging Amy, and Las Vegas.

In addition to his contributions to film and television, Glaser later pursued a passion for art. He debuted his first U.S. solo exhibition, Act III 2018, marking a new creative chapter in his career.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @paulmichaelglaserofficial
• Facebook handle: Paul Michael Glaser
• Twitter handle: @MrPMGlaser

Personal Life

Paul Michael Glaser has been married twice and is the father of three children. His first marriage was to Elizabeth Glaser, a prominent AIDS activist and child advocate, whom he met in 1975 and married in 1980.

They had two children, Ariel (1981–1988) and Jake. Tragically, Elizabeth contracted HIV through a blood transfusion, unknowingly passing the virus to Ariel through breastfeeding and to Jake in utero.

Elizabeth dedicated her life to raising awareness and advocating for HIV/AIDS research before passing away in 1994.

In 1996, Glaser married Tracy Barone, a producer and writer. The couple had a daughter, Zoe, in 1997, and Tracy also adopted Jake from Glaser’s first marriage.

After more than a decade together, they divorced in 2007. InGlaser has appeared to be single recently, focusing on his artistic pursuits and philanthropic efforts.

Filmography

• Band of the Hand (1986)
• The Running Man (1987)
• The Cutting Edge (1992)
• The Air Up There (1994)
• Kazaam (1996) (Also producer and story writer)
• Fiddler on the Roof (1971)
• Butterflies Are Free (1972)
• Aces Up (1974)
• Trapped Beneath the Sea (1974)
• The Great Houdini (1976)
• Phobia (1980)
• Wait Till Your Mother Gets Home! (1983)
• Princess Daisy (1983)
• Single Bars, Single Women (1984)
• Starsky & Hutch (1975-1979) (Directed several episodes)
• Miami Vice (1984-1985)
• Otherworld (1985)
• Amazing Stories (1987)
• Judging Amy (2001-2003)
• The Agency (2002)
• Robbery Homicide Division (2002-2003)
• Mister Sterling (2003)
• Third Watch (2004-2005)
• Las Vegas (2005-2008)
• E-Ring (2006)
• Kojak (1974)
• And Never Let Her Go (2001)
• The Closer (2008)
• Criminal Minds (2008)
• Raines (2007)

Net Worth

Paul Michael Glaser’s net worth is estimated to be around $4 million, accumulated through his extensive career as an actor, director, and writer, with over 40 credited roles in film and television.

In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, he made strategic real estate investments, including purchasing a home in Agoura, California, for $1.84 million in 2005, which he later sold for $2.424 million in 2008.