Jim Taggart Jim Taggart "See also: James Taggart (disambiguation)" Detective Chief Inspector James Taggart was the main character in "Taggart" from 1983 to 1995. He was played by Mark McManus until his death in June 1994, with the last episode featuring Taggart being broadcast in January 1995. A tough, no-nonsense policeman of the old school, Taggart has little time for subtlety, sensitivity or many of the more modern aspects of police work that his junior colleagues place faith in. His focus is always on solving the crime, using traditional police methods of evidence and proof. He had worked his way up from
Gerry Taggart Gerry Taggart Gerald "Gerry" Taggart (born 18 October 1970) is a former professional footballer. He played for Barnsley, Bolton Wanderers, Leicester City, Manchester City and Stoke City as well as the Northern Ireland national team. A former defender, Taggart began his career as an trainee with Manchester City in 1989 but joined Barnsley in 1990 after being unable to break into the first team at Maine Road. He soon became a popular player with the "Tykes" supporters due to his passionate and committed performances. After spending five years with Barnsley making 249 appearances he joined Bolton Wanderers where he helped