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Michael D. Roberts Born December 25, 1947 Occupation Actor Years active 1974–present Spouse Pamela Frey (1976–present)
2 childrenMichael D. Roberts (born December 25, 1947) is an American actor.
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Career
Roberts played the role of "Roosters" in the 1970s television series Baretta. Roberts starred in the short-lived 1980s television series Manimal, appearing in five of the eight episodes which aired, as Tyrone C. Earl. His first television role was a guest appearance on the 1970s television series Good Times. In 1977, he moved to feature films when he played "Deputy Johnson" in Herowork.
Roberts went on to appear in many other TV shows and films. He starred in the final Steve McQueen film The Hunter (1980). Later on, he starred in the 1984 science fiction film The Ice Pirates as Roscoe. In 1988, Roberts played the role of Vern in the hit film Rain Man.[1][2] More recently, he appeared in the 2006 film American Dreamz and the 2008 film Street Kings.
Roberts has made many guest appearances in television shows. In the 1980s TV series Knight Rider, he appeared in the pilot episode "Knight of the Phoenix" as Jackson, one of the two car thieves who end up stealing KITT. His other appearances include Bosom Buddies, Quantum Leap, The Incredible Hulk, Double Trouble, Friends, MacGyver, and Seinfeld. Roberts has made appearances in several made-for-TV films.
Personal life
Roberts is married to Pamela Frey and has two children.[3]
Roberts is the founder of a non-profit organization called "Right Track", a program to help youth stay away from drugs. In 1985, Los Angeles mayor Tom Bradley gave Roberts a proclamation for outstanding contributions to the community and the city.[3]
Filmography
Films
Year Film Role Notes 1977 Herowork Deputy Johnson 1980 The Hunter Poker Player 1983 Heartbreaker[4] Hopper 1984 The Ice Pirates[5] Roscoe 1986 Manhunter The Runner 1988 Rain Man Vern 1988 Back to Freedom Sammy Samson 1991 The Last Holloween Accountant Television movie 1995 Sleepstalker[6] The Preacher 1997 Most Wanted[7] Homeless Man 1999 Hitman's Run FBI Director Dean Harris 1999 Suckers Eddie 2005 Hostage Ridley 2006 American Dreamz Journalist 2008 Street Kings Older Black Man Television
Year Title Role Notes 1974 Good Times Neck-Bone Episode "The Gang: Part 1" 1975 Lucas Tanner Lonnie Episode "What's Wrong with Bobbie?" 1975–78 Baretta Rooster 27 episodes 1976 Jigsaw John Episode "Eclipse" 1979 The Incredible Hulk D.J. Episode "Like a Brother" 1979 Vega$ Chickie Episode "Demand and Supply" 1979 Quincy, M.E. Police Officer Ed Waters Episode "Dark Angel" 1980 B. J. and the Bear Shades Episode "The 18-Wheel Rip-Off" 1981 Sanford Sam Episode "Cal the Coward" 1981 Bosom Buddies Mr. Norton Episode "Amy's Career" 1981 Jessica Novak Jack Episode "Closeup News" 1982 Knight Rider Jackson Episode "Knight of the Phoenix" The Fall Guy Jackson Episode "The Reluctant Traveling Companion" 1983 Manimal Tyrone C. Earl Four episodes 1984–85 Double Trouble Mr. Arrechia 15 episodes 1985 Airwolf Glen Carson Episode "Half-Pint" 1986 Crazy Like a Fox Episode "A Fox at the Races" 1987 Cagney & Lacey Eddie Hanks Episode "The City Is Burning" 1987 Night Court Moody Episode "Constitution: Part 2" 1988 227 Lee Wilton Episode "Best Friends" 1988 Hunter Theo White Episode "Dead on Target: Part 1" 1989–91 MacGyver Various roles Two episodes 1989–93 Quantum Leap Various roles Two episodes 1990 Agatha Christie: Poirot Tindermans Episode "The Mysterious Affair at Styles" 1991 Doogie Howser, M.D. Mr. Alexander Episode "A Kiss Ain't Just a Kiss" 1992 The Commish Franklin Sharpe Episode "True Believers" 1995 Live Shot Episode "What Price Episode?" 1996 Renegade Police Detective Episode "Mr. Success" 1996 Sparks Walter Episode "Goode for the Gander" 1996 Seinfeld Ipswich Episode "The Chicken Roaster" 1997 Beverly Hills, 90210 Marton Burns Two episodes 1998 Brooklyn South Lieutenant Dandridge Episode "Cinnamon Buns" 1999 Wasteland Lester Episode "Indian Summer" 2000 City of Angels Commander Milton Archer Episode "Assume the Position" 2000 Friends Head Librarian Episode "The One with Ross' Library Book" 2000 The Michael Richards Show Bert Episode "The Nursing Home" 2001 Family Law Morgan Episode "The Quality of Mercy" 2001 Arli$$ Tony Episode "Question of Character" 2003 The District Anderson Henderson Episode "Ella Mae" 2006 The Suite Life of Zack & Cody Henry Episode "Free Tippy" 2007 The Loop Hibbert Episode "Crazy Goat" 2009 Make It or Break It Pastor Harold Episode "Sunday, Bloody Sasha, Sunday" References
- ^ Nichols, Peter M. (2004). The New York Times Guide to the Best 1,000 Movies Ever Made, Updated & Revised. St. Martin's Griffin. p. 802. ISBN 0312326114.
- ^ Lareau, Lise (February 23, 1989). "Hit film Rain Man turns the spotlight on autism, its causes". The Toronto Star (Toronto Star Newspapers Limited): p. L3.
- ^ a b "Inspiring Interviews with Rebecca Cressman". Your LDS Neighborhood. http://yourldsneighborhood.com/PersonalTouch.aspx?personalTouchID=155. Retrieved 4 Jul 2010.
- ^ Maltin, Leonard (2008). Leonard Maltin's 2009 Movie Guide. Penguin Group. pp. 591. ISBN 0452289785. http://books.google.com/books?id=6EgPDierNGUC&lpg=PA652&pg=PA591#v=onepage.
- ^ Young, R. G. (2000). The encyclopedia of fantastic film: Ali Baba to Zombies. Hal Leonard Corporation. pp. 298. ISBN 1557832692. http://books.google.com/books?id=QoJ4jTghUPYC&lpg=PT581&pg=PT305#v=onepage.
- ^ Young, R. G. (2000). The encyclopedia of fantastic film: Ali Baba to Zombies. Hal Leonard Corporation. pp. 574. ISBN 1557832692. http://books.google.com/books?id=QoJ4jTghUPYC&lpg=PT582&pg=PT581#v=onepage.
- ^ Willis, John; Monush, Barry (1999). Screen World 1998. Hal Leonard Corporation. pp. 118. ISBN 1557833427. http://books.google.com/books?id=a0QhtY4YswQC&pg=PT119&hl=en&ei=DJcyTOybJ8_gnQe_8dH2Aw&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=2&ved=0CDEQ6AEwATgK#v=onepage.
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