Mike Porcaro

Mike Porcaro
Porcaro in 2005
Background information
Born
Michael Joseph Porcaro

(1955-05-29)May 29, 1955
South Windsor, Connecticut, U.S.
DiedMarch 15, 2015(2015-03-15) (aged 59)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres
OccupationsBassist
Years active1971–2007
Formerly of
Spouse
Cheryl Porcaro
​
(m. 1987)​

Michael Joseph Porcaro (May 29, 1955 – March 15, 2015) was an American bass player known for his work with the rock band Toto. He retired from touring in 2007 as a result of being diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

He was the middle brother of Toto members Jeff Porcaro and Steve Porcaro. Their father was jazz drummer-percussionist Joe Porcaro.

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