7 September 2010,
Shane West plays the role of Michael, the man tasked with tracking down the show's title character. The actor spoke to TV Fanatic about his role.

Q: The pilot episode hints at a past between Michael and Nikita. Will we learn more about this?

A: Eventually. What we’ll also do is we’ll have flashbacks. We’re on episode six and we’ve shot some flashback stuff already; some with Michael and Nikita. You can see how close they were, nothing that crosses beyond tension between them, or sexual tension or chemistry. Maybe there will be another flashback that does. As far as this year, I’m not sure, but I know it is part of the heart and sole of the show. - Full Interview.

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