49. Embracing Life: Interview with Michael Fishman

<p>Happiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. Sandee interviews Michael Fishman. Michael began his illustrious career at the age of 6, playing D.J. Conner on ABC's iconic award-winning sitcom <a href= "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094540?ref_=nmbio_mbio">Roseanne</a> (1988). He captivated audiences earning numerous award nominations and wins throughout the show's nine-season run. Known for his comedic timing, ease in handling difficult dialog, vulnerability with sensitive topics, and unequaled professionalism has catapulted Fishman through the entertainment industry.<br /> <br /> A standout in the entertainment industry for over thirty years, Fishman has earned venerable roles on <a href= "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0098904?ref_=nmbio_mbio">Seinfeld</a> (1989) and <a href= "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0106168?ref_=nmbio_mbio">Walker, Texas Ranger</a> (1993). His feature film credits include: <a href= "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0212720?ref_=nmbio_mbio">A.I. Artificial Intelligence</a> (2001), directed by <a href= "https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000229?ref_=nmbio_mbio">Steven Spielberg</a>; and <a href= "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3172126?ref_=nmbio_mbio">Undrafted</a> (2016).<br /> <br /> Beyond acting, Fishman has been a trailblazer and innovator throughout the industry as a Director, Writer, Producer, and Technical advisor. Success has followed him behind the camera with a Emmy®-nomination for Outstanding Set Design/Art Direction on <a href= "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1129059?ref_=nmbio_mbio">Sport Science</a> (2007). Through his production company, he creates captivating content, designed around authentic storytelling, relentlessly dedicated to inclusion. As he steadily builds his reputation as an esteemed director, including four episodes this season at the helm of ABC's <a href= "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8595140?ref_=nmbio_mbio">The Conners</a> (2018), Fishman strives to empower all those he collaborates with, especially members of underrepresented and underserved communities.<br /> <br /> A lifeti