biographical article needs additional citations for verification. Please help by adding reliable sources. Contentious material about living persons that is unsourced or poorly sourced must be removed immediately, especially if potentially libelous or harmful. (July 2009) Michelle Phillips Michelle Phillips, 2002 Background information Birth name Holly Michelle Gilliam Born June 4, 1944 (1944-06-04) (age 66) Long Beach, California, U.S. Genres Folk, pop Occupations Vocalist, songwriter, actress Instruments Vocals Years active 1966–present Associated acts The Mamas & the Papas Michelle Phillips (born June 4, 1944) is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She gained fame as a member of the 1960s group The Mamas & the Papas, and is the last surviving original member of the group..