Interesting Facts About Mike Rowe of Discovery Channel's Dirty Jobs

I was channel surfing one night when I stopped at the Discovery Channel. I got intrigued watching men erecting a huge billboard that stood high up in the air. I soon learned one was Mike Rowe, the host of that reality show, "Dirty Jobs." I didn't think that job was particularly dirty, but it was extremely dangerous. I've since watched Mike Rowe on "Dirty Jobs" other nights. Read this informative article and interesting facts about Mike Rowe of Discovery Channel's "Dirty Jobs" you're sure to enjoy!

Mike Rowe's Early Years
Michael Gregory Rowe was born born March 18, 1962 in Baltimore, Maryland. The oldest of three boys, he attended Overlea Senior High and graduated in 1980. Mike Rowe then enrolled at the Towson University where he studied English, Speech, Music and Communications for six years. His college education was drawn-out because of his uncertainty on what to do.

Mike Rowe's First Job
Today, you can watch Mike Rowe working as an apprentice, doing many dirty jobs such as
a Baseball Mud Gatherer, Catfish Noodler, Poo Pot Maker and Chimney Sweeper. An interesting fact about Mike Rowe of Discovery Channel's "Dirty Jobs" is, his first job was singing in the Baltimore Opera. The six-foot-tall bass/baritone still sings occasionally at weddings and funerals.

Some Other Achievements
If you hear Mike Rowe's deep, distinctive, speaking voice, it's no surprise that he has also
hosted several TV shows, including TBS' Worst Case Scenario, The Most for The History Channel and PBS' New York Expeditions. He also sold products on QVC in the early 1990's.

An interesting fact about Mike Rowe of Discovery Channel's "Dirty Jobs" is, his voice can also be heard narrating a variety of TV shows. He narrates for American Chopper, American Hot Rod, Deadliest Catch, as well as many other shows.