Michael Dorsey is a fictional character from the 1982 film Tootsie, directed by Sydney Pollack. He is portrayed by actor Dustin Hoffman, who plays a struggling actor that adopts a female persona named Dorothy Michaels to land a role in a soap opera. The film explores themes of gender roles and identity. In the story, Michael's transformation into Dorothy leads to unexpected challenges and comedic situations. As he navigates his new life, he learns valuable lessons about empathy and the complexities of relationships. The film is celebrated for its humor and social commentary, earning several awards and nominations.