Michael Boatman

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Characters played by Michael Boatman

Carter Heywood — Spin City (1996)

The head of Minority Affairs within the City Hall staff, focusing on community outreach, diversity initiatives, and minority representation in city governance.

Spc Motown — Hamburger Hill (1987)

African-American veteran soldier who discusses racial discrimination within the army. He is present when Doc urges the squad to secure the hill for pride, and is ultimately killed during the final, costly assault on Hill 937.

The Jester — Once Upon A Mattress (2005)

Attendant to the mute King Sextimus who understands the witch's curse prophecy. He helps convey the King's wishes, discovers the Queen's sabotage plan, reveals the curse's true meaning to the court, and physically demonstrates the mattresses' contents to prove Winnifred's innocence.

Ted — And Then Came Love (2007)

Ted is Julie's boyfriend. Their relationship is part of the life Julie believes she has in order, but as Julie grows closer to Paul, Ted is pushing her to set a wedding date. This creates romantic pressure while Julie's connection with Jake's biological donor complicates her relationship.

Lawrence — My Father's Will (2009)

Lawrence advises Ferro Olivetti during the businessman’s escalating conflict with Dunbar. He warns Ferro Olivetti that his phone may be bugged and helps arrange a secret plan involving a flight from LaGuardia, supporting Ferro Olivetti as business pressure and legal complications intensify.

Todd — Woman Thou Art Loosed (2004)

Todd is Michelle's old childhood friend and the former husband of Keisha. He encounters Michelle at the revival and later reveals that he has always had romantic feelings for her. His renewed connection offers Michelle personal support and contrasts with the painful relationships affecting her family life.

Career Overview

Michael Boatman has 46 screen credits in a career dating back to 1987. Their work is anchored in the In the Line of Duty (American) Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include Spin City, The Good Fight, The Glass Shield. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
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Gender
male
Known Credits
46
Birth Date
1964-10-25
Birth Place
Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA

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