Cameron Zachary was an international criminal in Knight Rider. The significant other of Tanya Walker, he was the mastermind behind Michael Long's death in 1982 and attempted to kill Michael in the present day, but ultimately failed.
Background[]
Knight Rider (1982)[]
In 1982, Cameron ordered Tanya, his significant other, to kill LAPD lieutenant, Michael Long after discovering he was a cop and was potentially trying to ruin his takeover of Comtron.
Long was declared dead legally, but Michael was still alive. Now working as an operative for the Foundation for Law and Government and stopping Tanya permanently after she accidentally shot herself.
In 1984, Cameron discovered that Michael Long was still alive and operating under the new identity of Michael Knight. He had two of his men dig up Long's grave as proof he was still alive. Cameron sought revenge for Michael and continually tried to kill him and get his hands on K.I.T.T. Using a girl named Gina Adams to set him up. Resulting in K.I.T.T. being handed over to Cameron and his men.
The thugs lock K.I.T.T. inside a truck and Michael is taken to meet Zachary face-to-face. Michael's only chance of escape is a new secret homing device that remotely activates K.I.T.T. and brings him to the rescue. Michael briefly fights Cameron before K.I.T.T. comes crashing through his hotel room and Michael uses the opportunity to knock him out. Cameron is then presumably taken to jail for his many crimes.
Personality[]
Cameron was a cold and very vial man. Willing to kill anyone who got in his way. Although, he wasn't completely heartless as he did indeed care about Tanya and mourned her death.
Skills[]
Cameron is a skilled criminal and has evaded the law for countless years. Operating under various aliases and using front companies to fuel his criminal empire.
Appearances[]
Knight Rider (1982)[]
Season 2[]
Notes and Trivia[]
- Cameron Zachary was played by the late John Vernon.