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Mike Farrell: The Actor Who Cared!

Meet Mike Farrell, a super-talented actor who played a doctor and also helps people in real life!

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Mike Farrell, my M*A*S*H hero, talks about why we need to abolish the death penalty. The US is one of ten countries that executes people and we are in scary company - Iran, North Korea, Libya, etc. California, get ready to vote in November.

Mike Farrell, my M*A*S*H hero, talks about why we need to abolish the death penalty. The US is one of ten countries that executes people and we are in scary company - Iran, North Korea, Libya, etc. California, get ready to vote in November.

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Mike Farrell vs Brenden Sylvester
Mike Farrell vs Brenden Sylvester
Mike Farrell by David Shankbone
Mike Farrell vs Brenden Sylvester
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Ricky Jackson, left, served 39 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit. He met his fiancée Nicole (center) when he was released from prison two years ago. Actor Mike Farrell (right) wants to make sure we don't execute people like Ricky.
Mike Farrell Funeral - IMG_4933
Mike Farrell by David Shankbone
Mike Farrell & Brenden Sylvester
Mike Farrell (2008)
Mike Farrell and wife Judy at Knott's Berry Farm, 1966

Key Facts

Born
February 6, 1939.
Known For
Playing Captain B.J. Hunnicutt on the TV show M*A*S*H.
Career
Actor, producer, and activist.
Fun Fact
He has been the President of Death Penalty Focus since 1994.

Who is Mike Farrell?

Imagine your favorite TV show character! Mike Farrell is an actor who played a very famous doctor named Captain B.J. Hunnicutt on a show called MAS*H. He was like the heart of the team, always trying to help everyone. But guess what? He's not just an actor; he's also a real-life hero who cares a lot about making the world a better place for everyone.

From TV to Real Life Adventures!

Mike Farrell was born a long, long time ago, on February 6, 1939. He became famous for playing Captain B.J. Hunnicutt on MAS*H, a show about doctors during a war. It was so popular that people watched it for years! Later, he was in another show called Providence. He also helped make a movie called Patch Adams, starring Robin Williams, which was about a doctor who made sick kids laugh.

A Champion for Justice!

Besides acting, Mike Farrell is a super-activist! That means he speaks up for things he believes in. He is the president of a group called Death Penalty Focus. This group works hard to stop the death penalty, which is a very serious punishment. Mike Farrell has met many people who are in trouble and has helped them get the help they need. He believes everyone deserves a fair chance.

Why Mike Farrell is Awesome!

Mike Farrell shows us that you can be good at many things! He's a fantastic actor who made us laugh and cry, but he also uses his voice to help others. He reminds us that even one person can make a big difference by caring about important issues and working to help people who need it. He's like a superhero with a microphone and a heart of gold!

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