Mike Porcaro
Mike Porcaro | |
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Porcaro in 2005 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | Michael Joseph Porcaro May 29, 1955 |
| Died | March 15, 2015 (aged 59) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Genres | |
| Occupations | Bassist |
| Years active | 1971–2007 |
| 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.