Michael J. Nelson, the former host and writer of the Emmy-nominated and Peabody Award-winning Mystery Science Theater 3000, has had a prolific career since the show's inception in 1988.
As a versatile entertainer, Nelson has appeared on numerous radio and television shows, written a regular column for TV Guide, and authored best-selling books for both HarperCollins and Abrams.
His first book, Mike Nelson's Movie Megacheese, received widespread critical acclaim, with Richard Schickel of Time Magazine praising its quality.
Throughout his career, Nelson has worked in various media, including film and television. He has recently completed commentary tracks for the re-releases of classic films such as Reefer Madness (1938),Night of the Living Dead (1968),Carnival of Souls (1962),and The Little Shop of Horrors (1960).
As a sought-after speaker, Nelson regularly appears at events across the country and is a frequent guest on radio and television shows, having recently appeared on the Starz and Encore networks and the widely syndicated Hugh Hewitt Radio Show.
Notably, MSNBC online has recognized Nelson as one of the 10 sexiest movie men, alongside Antonio Banderas and Tom Selleck.
