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Michael Shanks: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Michael Shanks? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Michael Garrett Shanks (born December 15, 1970) is a Canadian actor. He is best known for his role as Daniel Jackson in the long-running military science fiction television series Stargate SG-1 and as Dr. Charles Harris in the Canadian medical drama Saving Hope. He is also known for his work on low budget genre work filmed in Canada.

Quick facts about Michael Shanks

  • Full name: Michael Shanks
  • Born: 1970-12-15
  • Nationality: Canada
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q81223

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Who is Michael Shanks?

Michael Garrett Shanks (born December 15, 1970) is a Canadian actor.

What nationality is Michael Shanks?

Michael Shanks is Canada.

When was Michael Shanks born?

Michael Shanks was born on 1970-12-15.

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