Micky Dolenz, 81, Dismisses 'Nepo Baby' Label

Micky Dolenz, now 81, reflects on a 70-year career in show business, asserting that his path was simply following in his parents' footsteps.

He expressed strong disapproval of the modern term 'nepo baby,' calling it the 'stupidest thing' he has ever heard. Dolenz believes this label unfairly dismisses a long-standing family tradition in entertainment.

Dolenz, a surviving original member of The Monkees, is actively celebrating the band's 60th anniversary. This includes touring and releasing new music, such as his EP 'Timeless,' featuring songs by notable writers.

Despite his early start on 'Circus Boy' and his family's background in the arts, Dolenz claims he never harbored an intense ambition for stardom. He attributes this lack of fervent desire for fame as a key factor in coping with industry rejection.

His career extends beyond The Monkees, encompassing directing for television and solo musical projects, demonstrating his ongoing dedication to his craft.