Kevin P. Dobson (born on March 18, 1943 in Jackson Heights, Queens, New York) is an American film and television actor of Irish descent, who is primarily known for his roles in soap operas and television. He is best known for his roles as Telly Savalas's young trusted partner, Det. Bobby Crocker, on the popular 1970s TV crime drama Kojak, and as Michele Lee's charming attorney and husband, M. Patrick "Mack" McKenzie, on the popular 1980s soap opera, Knots Landing - a role he played from 1982 until the series' end in 1993.
One of 7 siblings.
Raised in Jackson Heights, Queens.
Worked as a conductor for the Long Island Railroad.
His Grandfather, an Irish immigrant, was a decorated NYC police officer.
Hosted inaugural ball for both George Bush Sr. and Bill Clinton (I).
He has a daughter and two sons
Received a phone call from the producers of "Knots Landing" (1979) about playing the role of a district attorney. At first, he was very unhappy about it, but then he liked it, and stood with his character for more than a decade.
