Michael
Vartan (born November 27, 1968) is a French-American film and
television actor. After many minor film roles, Vartan had
noticeable supporting roles in major movies, including Never Been
Kissed (1999), One Hour Photo (2002) and Monster-in-Law (2005). In
2007, he appeared in the Australian horror film Rogue and will
next star in the film Jolene. Vartan's most notable role to date
has been as Michael Vaughn in the American television series Alias
(2001–2006). After appearing as a regular cast member through
the first four seasons of the series, Vartan returned as a guest
star in a limited number of episodes. He appeared as Vaughn in
Sydney Bristow's dream in one episode, and beginning with the
episode broadcast on April 19, 2006, he appeared in all remaining
episodes. Vartan has also had guest appearances on Friends (as Dr.
Tim Burke, Tom Selleck's character's son), Ally McBeal (as
Jonathan Basset), and also Kitchen Confidential (as a rival French
chef) starring his former Alias co-star Bradley Cooper. As of
September 2007, Vartan is starring in the new ABC drama, Big
Shots, as James Walker ... more
