Michael Talbott


Michael Talbott is an American actor. He portrayed Det. Stanley Switek in the crime drama television series Miami Vice.

Early life

Michael was born on February 2, 1955 in Waverly, Iowa to parents Kay and John Talbott.

Career

Talbott is best known for his co-starring role as Det. Stanley Switek in the 1980s television series Miami Vice. His other television credits include M*A*S*H, Sanford and Son, The Jeffersons, Eight is Enough and other series.
He appeared in a number of films, playing a bully in Carrie, a party-crasher in Big Wednesday, a highway patrolman in Any Which Way You Can, a reckless stunt driver in Used Cars, a real estate agent in Manhunter, and a reluctant deputy in First Blood. Talbott had a small part in National Lampoon's Vacation but his scene was edited out of the final cut, although his character "Cowboy" is shown in a photograph during the end credits, and his name appears in the credits as well.

Personal life

Talbott is outspoken supporter and member of National Rifle Association. He currently lives in his hometown of Waverly, Iowa.
As of 2011 he is also a spokesperson/presenter for Panteao Productions, a production company and distributor of firearms and tactical videos.

Filmography

Film

Television

Video games