Michael Brandon's theater credits include playing a British-American who hosted a tabloid talk show that debuted in what year?
Michael Brandon Michael Brandon (born Michael Feldman; 1945) is an American actor who resides in London and Los Angeles. He is known for his role as James Dempsey in the British drama series "Dempsey and Makepeace" (1985–86). His theatre credits include the original Broadway production of "Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?" (1969), and playing Jerry Springer in the West End production of "" (2003–04).
Phil Donahue Phillip John "Phil" Donahue (born December 21, 1935) is an American media personality, writer, and film producer best known as the creator and host of "The Phil Donahue Show." The television program, also known as "Donahue", was the first talk show format that included audience participation. The show had a 29-year run on national television in America that began in Dayton, Ohio, and ended in New York City in 1996.