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With the release of Pure Michigan's radio ad for Kalamazoo narrated by Tim Allen, it should be noted that it's not the first time the actor/comedian has mentioned Kalamazoo.
On a 1995 episode of Home Improvement, Allen's character "Tim 'the Tool Man' Taylor" was awarded an honorary degree from Western Michigan University.
Allen received an actual honorary degree from WMU in 1998. He graduated from the school in 1976. Two years later he was arrested in the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport for selling cocaine to an undercover cop.
After spending time in jail, Allen got into comedy. He has acted in many movies, including The Santa Clause and three Toy Story films. Home Improvement ran from 1991 to 1999.
Allen has been the voice of the Pure Michigan campaign since it was started in 2006. His voice can be heard on television and radio spots, as well as the on-hold message for some State of Michigan agencies.
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