PHILIP MICHAEL THOMAS

Philip Michael Thomas is an American actor who ruled American television back in the ’80s and the ’90s. The actor is well-known for his portrayal of the suave detective Ricardo Tubbs in the hit TV show, Miami Vice. Before entering the lucrative world of TV and film acting, Philip Michael Thomas performed on Broadway. In 1971, he made his Broadway debut in the Pulitzer-winning play called No Place to be Somebody.

Soon after his acting career began on Broadway, Philip Michael Thomas landed his first notable role in the movie Coonskin, which was quickly followed by his role in the movie Sparkle, where he starred opposite Irene Cara. It is, however, his role in Miami Vice that brought Philip so much success. After the show ended in January of 1990, Philip was only able to book smaller parts and was also given voice acting credit for his participation in the creation of Grand Theft Auto.