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Michael Canetty

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Michael Canetty

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  • Born
    March 12, 1945 · Brooklyn New York

Biography

    • Michael Canetty was born on March 12, 1945 in Brooklyn New York. He is an actor and writer, known for Mom (2013), Grace and Frankie (2015) and Grey's Anatomy (2005). He has been married to Fari Canetty since July 1992.

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      Fari Canetty(July 1992 - present)

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  • Gender / Gender identity
    Male

Trademarks

  • often cast as sweet Grandpa
  • plays Judges in comedy's and dramas

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  • Was in the wholesale Textile business for 40 years.
  • Completed the New York City Marathon twice !978-1979.
  • Served 6 years in the U.S. Army Medical Corps.
  • As a teenager would take the bus from Brooklyn to Philadelphia to dance on American Bandstand.
  • Enjoys playing the Ukulele.

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  • The main thing I've learned is to keep going and to not get discouraged.
  • There are no excuses if you are really serious about being an actor!

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