Who's Who

Family

	Cathy McGowan Michael Connection: his other half Remarks: Cathy interviewed Michael for Newsroom South-East in 1989. As he put it: "We have been together ever since". ... though it was never made official until 1991. Our Cathy Page: www.cathymcgowan.co.uk
	Emma, Connor and Grace Michael Connection: Cathy's daughter and grand-children Remarks: Cathy's family who have become very important for Michael. Connor is Michael's godson.
	Tony Ball Michael Connection: his father Remarks: Not much to say. He is the proud Dad really! His Homepage: http://www.tonyball.co.uk/
	The Ball-Family Follow the link!
	Yogi Ball, Freddie Ball and Ollie Ball (no pics yet) Remarks: The Tibetan Terriers of Cathy and Michael. Ollie being the newest addition to the family. All we know is that he is black and white and Freddie copes (just about).

Stage Door

	Andrew Ross Michael Connection: Personal Assistent ( Tour 2005 till present) Remarks: Andrew took over after Scott left. His first big challange was the Music Tour 2005. He seemed a bit overwhelmed by the intense experience of a tour stage door as he was rather quiet in the beginning but he soon got used to the usual madness and turned out to be a really nice man despite his often stern and thoughtful look! He held a little speech at the diffecult Brighton stage door that made us like him a lot. Famous clients include Patrick Swayze, Don Johnson and Christian Slater.
	Scott Horsley Michael Connection: Driver (since March 2002), Personal Assistant (since October 2003 till February 2005) Remarks: He started off as Michael's driver, when Michael starred in Chitty. He bravely fought the London traffic jams, traffic guards. After Gareth left he was promoted to Michael's personal assistant.
	Gareth Jones Michael Connection: Personal Assistant (August 2000 till July 2003) Remarks: If you took photos at the Chitty stage door there is hardly a chance to get a lot without having at least bits of him featured. He was a great help for Michael and his fans as well! Gareth was and I guess is a nice guy, who is dearly missed by many people! All the best to you Gareth!

On Stage

	Leanne Jones Michael Connection: co-star in Michael's current West End show Hairspray Remarks: Leanne trained at the Mountview Academy of Theatre and Arts graduating in 2006. She is making her West End debut starring as Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray. Tracy is the main character and the beloved daughter of Edna Turnblad (Michael). Official Website: http://www.leannejonesonline.com
	Ben James-Ellis Michael Connection: co-star in Michael's current West End show Hairspray Remarks: Ben had just finished his 18-months scholarship at Italia Conti Academy of Performing Arts when he auditioned for "Any Dream Will Do". A casting show, that was supposed to find the new Joseph (for Joseph and the amazing technicolor dreamcoat). Luckily (for us) he ended up third and later on got the role of Link. Official Website: http://www.benjames-ellis.moonfruit.com/
	Callum McLeod Michael Connection: Musical Director Remarks: Brilliant at his job as you can tell when you listen to his amazing arrangements for songs from the musicals to songs like Rehab and Crazy (Gnarls Barkley's, that is). There is no end to this man's talents. He and Michael met while Michael was Raoul in Phantom of the Opera (1987). Official Website: http://www.callummcleod.com/
	Annie Skates Michael Connection: Leading Backing singer (at least 1991!!) Remarks: She has always been there, when Michael was on stage (almost always). She takes Michael's other backing singers under contract. Besides working for Michael she is director of Capital Voices and a famous vocal coach. Credits include Popstars! Official Website: www.annieskates.com
	Shéna McSween (now Winchester) Michael Connection: Backing singer since 1996 Remarks: Shena has almost always backed Michael up, when he was doing concerts on the British Isles since 1996. She is now busy working on her career as a solo singer. Find info about her first album and single! Official Website: http://www.shena.co.uk/v2/ MySpace Website: http://www.myspace.com/shena001
	Dean Collinson Michael Connection: Backing singer Remarks: Dean has often backed Michael up, when he was doing concerts on the British Isles. He is currently starring in the West End show Jospeph as the Pharao. Official Website: http://www.deancollinson.com/
	Hazel Fernandes Michael Connection: Backing singer Remarks: Hazel has been backing Michael for several tours now and could be seen on many of his TV appearances. Website: http://www.graperecords.com

Off Stage

Brian Kennedy Michael Connection: friend and co-writer of Michael's songs Remarks: Fantastic songwriter. They met and spent a night singing, drinking, discovering how much they share their taste in music. Brian helped him writing his songs and appeared with him in two ROC concerts. He was also at Emma's (Cathy's daugther) wedding in Malaysia. Official Website: www.briankennedy.co.uk