Person Biography:
Don Johnson is a renowned American actor, best known for his iconic role as Det. Sonny Crockett in the 1980s television series Miami Vice. Born in Flat Creek, Missouri, Johnson grew up in a family of a beautician mother and a farmer father. As a child, he wanted to become a professional bowler, but later discovered his passion for acting after a few brushes with the law.
Johnson's early career involved working on stage and in films and television, but it wasn't until he landed the role of Sonny Crockett that he achieved superstardom. During his time on Miami Vice, he won a Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actor in a TV Series and was nominated for an Emmy. After the show ended, Johnson focused on his film career, appearing in a range of projects, including the critically acclaimed Sweet Hearts Dance and the cult classic Dead Bang.
In the 1990s, Johnson returned to television with the cop show Nash Bridges, which he created and produced. He played the title role of Captain Thomas "Nash" Bridges, a captain in the San Francisco PD's Special Investigations Unit. The show ran for six seasons and co-starred Cheech Marin and Jodi Lyn O'Keefe.
Throughout his career, Johnson has been married five times, including to actresses Melanie Griffith, Patti D'Arbanville, and Kelley Phleger. He has three children with Phleger. Johnson has also been known for his flashy style, often wearing expensive suits and driving high-performance cars. Despite his many accolades, Johnson has maintained a low profile in recent years, continuing to appear in films and television shows.
