Michael Pare, a prominent heartthrob of the 1980s and the inaugural cover star of Men's Fitness, was recently seen in Los Angeles. The 67-year-old actor was observed on an errand run, which included a stop at the gym. He was photographed wearing a white T-shirt, black gym shorts, white crew socks, and sneakers.
Pare, who hails from Brooklyn, New York, rose to fame in the 1980s with roles in various hit films. His most recognized performance is arguably that of Eddie Wilson in the 1983 musical drama "Eddie and the Cruisers." He also starred in the lead role of the 1984 crime film "Streets of Fire," directed by Walter Hill, and the 1984 science fiction film "The Philadelphia Experiment" as David Herdeg.
His physical appearance and physique earned him the distinction of being the first celebrity to grace the cover of Men's Fitness magazine in 1987. The magazine, which focused on fitness, nutrition, sports, fashion, and interviews, ceased publication in 2017 after a 30-year run.
Pare also had a notable television career. He starred as Tony Villicana in the comedy-drama superhero series "The Greatest American Hero" from 1981 to 1983. Later, he achieved significant success on the crime drama series "Houston Knights," which aired from 1987 to 1988. In the series, he played Joey LaFiamma, a Chicago police officer transferred to Houston after confronting a powerful Mafia family.
While his career peaked in the 1980s, Pare has maintained a consistent presence in film and television. His later roles include appearances in "Hope Floats" (1998), "The Virgin Suicides" (1999), "Gone" (2012), and "The Infiltrator" (2016). He has amassed over 250 credits and continues to work, with recent roles in the horror film "Demon House" and numerous upcoming projects, including several films in development.