Mike D

Biography

Michael Louis Diamond, also known by his stage name Mike D, is an American musician, rapper, actor and writer. Born to a Jewish family in New York City, he is best known as a part of the hip-hop trio 'Beastie Boys' alongside his high school friends, Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz and Adam "MCA" Yauch, formed in 1981. The group disbanded after Yauch died due to cancer in 2012, shortly after they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. As well as featuring in the group's music videos, Diamond has made cameos in other music videos and shows, as well as DJing. He has two children with director Tamra Davis, and co-wrote the 2020 documentary 'Beastie Boys Story'.

Known For

Futurama

as Mike D's head (voice)

30 Rock

as Mike D.

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

as Self - Guest

Beastie Boys Story

as Self

Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty

as Chasen's Pianist

Late Show with David Letterman

as Self - Musical Guest

Late Night with Conan O'Brien

as Self - Musical Guest

Downloaded

as Self

Fight for Your Right Revisited

as Cop 2

Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest

as Self