Welcome to MichaelMackie.com

Thank God you're here! I spent a helluva lot of money on this vanity project that showcases ... well, me. So take some time ... peruse the site and gimme some feedback.

I'm excited to show off my work, my writing and lots of other sundry items ... and I hope both of you enjoy it.


Latest Brush with Greatness

I think it goes without saying ... but Martin Short is, indeed, short. But he definitely knows how to bring the funny with his never-ending list of characters and celebrity imitations. When I met him at a fundraiser the first thing I said was, "I'm a celebrity interviewer ... just like your character Jiminy Glick!" And he asked, "Who is funnier ... you or Jiminy?" I said, "Duh. Me." The man looks amazing for being 62 years young. When asked if he's had any work done, he said, "Men should never have plastic surgery. ...

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About Michael Mackie

I was born the son of a poor black sharecropper. No, wait – that was Steve Martin. I was born in Des Moines, Iowa sometime in the ‘70’s. And no, I did not grow up on or near a farm. Yes, we had electricity. Yes, we had running water. And to date, I’ve never worn overalls. But I’m sure I’d look amazing in them. I’m a proud Midwesterner. And even though I travel a lot for a living … I always look forward to coming home. Home is now just outside of Kansas City where I’m nestled in the delightful little ...

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