Michael Palance

Michael David Palance is an American actor, producer, and talent showcase company operator. He started acting as a teenager, and his early work included daytime soap operas, such as playing the characters Daniel Wolek on One Life to Live (1989–91) and Robert Rowan on Ryan's Hope (1988–89). He also appeared in the 1995 martial arts film Savate. Palance has been associated with several talent showcase companies, including "The", "ACT", "New York Studio" (NYS) and "Premiere Event", which have faced criticism and legal scrutiny over their business practices. These organizations have been accused of employing high-pressure sales tactics, making misleading claims about affiliations with major entertainment companies, and charging substantial fees to aspiring performers and their families. In December 2020, he shifted his focus to launching Premiere, a family-friendly production company and streaming service.