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John J. York

John J. York

Eric Cord in Werewolf

Birth name : John J. York
Birth date : 1958/12/10 (67 years old)
Birth place : Chicago

Biography for John J. York

John J. York was nominated for Award with "1 Soap Opera Digest Award" in 1992 for the series "General Hospital".

John J. York is an American actor known for playing the role of Mac Scorpio in the television series "General Hospital". He was born on July 10, 1946 in Illinois, in the United States. York began his acting career in the 1970s, appearing in theatrical productions and independent films. He also played in television series such as "Dallas", "The Young and the Restless" and "Knots Landing".

In 1984, York joined the cast of "General Hospital" as Mac Scorpio, a main character in the series. His performance was greeted by criticism and he won numerous prizes for his interpretation, including a daytime Emmy Award in 1991. York stayed in the series until 2004, before resuming his role in 2008.

Apart from his acting career, York is also an accomplished musician. He formed a rock group with his brothers, the York Brothers, and recorded several albums. He is also a committed activist, working for causes such as environmental protection and animal rights.

In summary, John J. York is a talented and versatile American actor who has proven himself in the world of theater, cinema and television. His performance in "General Hospital" was particularly remarkable and has earned him numerous prizes. Apart from his acting career, York is also a committed musician and activist.

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Filmography

Title Role
General Hospital Malcolm 'Mac' Scorpio / ... (68 episodes, 1996-2007)
General Hospital: Night Shift Mac Scorpio (1 episode, 2007)
Drake & Josh Milo McCrary (1 episode, 2006)
Veronica Mars Randall (1 episode, 2004)
The Eavesdropper (2004) Grant Kane
One on One Dave Smith (1 episode, 2003)
Even Stevens Barry Hudson Jr. (1 episode, 2002)
All My Children (1970) TV series Malcolm 'Mac' Scorpio (unknown episodes, 2001)
Clueless Mr. Mazza (2 episodes, 1997-1998)
Port Charles (1997) TV series Commissioner Malcolm 'Mac' Scorpio (1997-2000, 2001, 2002) (unknown episodes)
Closer and Closer (1996) (TV) B.J. Conners
Steel and Lace (1991) Craig
21 Jump Street Keith Taylor (1 episode, 1990)
Thunderboat Row (1989) (TV) Lon Otto
Murder, She Wrote Jonas Holt (1 episode, 1989)
Family Ties Matthews (1 episode, 1989)
Werewolf Eric Cord (5 episodes, 1987)
Werewolf (1987) (TV) Eric Cord
Newhart (1 episode, 1987)
House of the Rising Sun (1987) James
Hunter Robert Kephardt (1 episode, 1986)
Hotel Alan O'Connor / ... (3 episodes, 1983-1986)
Night of the Creeps (1986) Todd
The Bear (1984) Manning
Chattanooga Choo Choo (1984) (uncredited) Mickey
Dynasty Workman (1 episode, 1983)

Trivia

  • Has light brown hair and green eyes
  • Attended Brother Rice High School in Chicago, Illinois.

Family

  • Spouse : Vicki Manners (15 August 1986 - present) 1 child
  • He has a daughter, Schyler

Author of the card

  • Creation date: 13/12/2007 by franckenstein