Michael Rooker is an American actor recognized for his portrayals of antagonists. He gained initial recognition as the lead in "Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer" (1986). He is widely known for his roles as Merle Dixon in "The Walking Dead" (2010–2013) and Yondu Udonta in the "Guardians of the Galaxy" film series (2014, 2017, 2023). Rooker frequently collaborates with director James Gunn, having appeared in all of Gunn's films, including "Slither" (2006), "Super" (2010), and "The Suicide Squad" (2021).
On April 6, 1955, Michael Rooker, an American actor known for playing antagonist roles, was born.
In 1979, Michael Rooker married Margot. They have two daughters.
In 1986, Michael Rooker made his film debut playing the title role in "Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer". The role was based on the confessions of serial killer Henry Lee Lucas. Rooker took the role because it would "challenge" him. The movie was a critical success, and Rooker received more film roles.
In 1988, Michael Rooker played Chick Gandil in "Eight Men Out" and Frank Bailey in "Mississippi Burning".
In 1989, Michael Rooker played Terry Cruger in "Sea of Love".
In 1990, Michael Rooker played Rowdy Burns in "Days of Thunder".
In 1991, Michael Rooker played Bill Broussard in "JFK".
In 1993, Michael Rooker played Hal Tucker in "Cliffhanger" and Sherman McMaster in "Tombstone".
In 1995, Michael Rooker played Jared Svenning in "Mallrats".
In 1997, Michael Rooker played Detective Edward Kennesaw in "Deceiver".
In 1999, Michael Rooker played Detective Howard Cheney in "The Bone Collector".
In 2001, Michael Rooker played Detective Jake Riley in "Replicant".
In 2006, Michael Rooker appeared in the film "Slither".
In June 2010, Michael Rooker revealed via Twitter that he was to appear in the AMC television series "The Walking Dead" as Merle Dixon. He guest-starred in two episodes of the first season and one of the second season before becoming a series regular for the third season.
In 2010, Michael Rooker starred as Merle Dixon in the AMC series "The Walking Dead".
In November 2012, Michael Rooker played Mike Harper in "Call of Duty: Black Ops 2".
In 2013, Michael Rooker left his role as Merle Dixon in "The Walking Dead".
In 2014, Michael Rooker starred as Yondu Udonta in "Guardians of the Galaxy".
In 2017, Michael Rooker reprised the role of Yondu Udonta in "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2", directed by James Gunn.
In 2021, Michael Rooker appeared in the action film "F9", directed by Justin Lin.
In 2021, Michael Rooker appeared in the film "The Suicide Squad".
In 2022, Michael Rooker reprised the role of Yondu Udonta in "The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special".
In 2023, Michael Rooker starred as Yondu Udonta in "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3".
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