Michael Gregory Rowe, better known as Mike Rowe, is an American television host and narrator. He is most recognized for his work on the Discovery Channel’s “Dirty Jobs” and CNN’s “Somebody’s Gotta Do It” series.

The Way I Heard It With Mike Rowe podcasts have also been hosted by him. For programs like Shark Week, How the Universe Works, and Deadliest Catch, Rowe has provided narration for the Discovery Channel, The Science Channel, and National Geographic Channel.

Who Is Mike Rowe, Father John Rowe

John Rowe is the father of Mike Rowe, a well-known television personality whose name has been looked up to by millions of people. On March 18, 1962, Mike Rowe was born to parent John and Peggy Rowe, who were both teachers. Mike stated that the show was an homage to his father and grandfather in the Dirty Jobs advertising.

In 1979, while a member of Troop 16 in Overlea, he finished his Eagle Scout service project by reading to students at the Maryland School for the Blind. He cites this as one of the motivations for his interest in writing and narrating.

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