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'.

Michael Diamond

Acting Born November 20, 1965 New York City, New York, USA

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

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Self - Guest

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Self - Guest / Musical Guest

Late Show with David Letterman

Self - Musical Guest

Futurama

Mike D's head (voice)

Late Night with Conan O'Brien

Self - Musical Guest

30 Rock

Mike D.

MTV Video Music Awards

Self

Later... with Jools Holland

Self - Performer

Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty

Chasen's Pianist

Beastie Boys Story

Self

Watch the Sound with Mark Ronson

Self

Yo! MTV Raps

Self