Russell Taylor is a fictional character portrayed by Robert Gossett in the TV series Major Crimes.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Reloaded (season 1), they were 58 years old.
They appear in 50 episodes out of a total of 105 aired and have accumulated 168 positive votes.
Episodes50
Reloaded
episode S1.E1 august 2012Sharon Raydor's introduction as the new head of Major Crimes comes awkwardly at a grocery store shootout where a surrendered gunman is executed while in police custody.
Before and After
episode S1.E2 august 2012As Major Crimes deals with a slain fitness trainer, Captain Raydor contends with a surly teenage house guest, a highly disgruntled second-in-command, and a hypocritical superior.
Out of Bounds
episode S1.E6 september 2012The death of a quarterback threatens to spark racial tensions at a local high school, and the investigation puts a member of the team in grave danger.
The Shame Game
episode S1.E7 september 2012A case involving the murder of a man who rescues underage prostitutes could have political ramifications, and Rusty may get a chance to come face to face with his father.
Long Shot
episode S1.E10 october 2012A sniper kills a judge, and both Major Crimes and the FBI try to get to an eyewitness who can identify the shooter before the shooter can kill him. Meanwhile, Sharon takes steps to protect Rusty from his father.
Final Cut
episode S2.E1 june 2013A pregnant wife is found stabbed to death in a pool, and her harried director husband's lack of grief concerns the squad.
False Pretenses
episode S2.E2 june 2013Major Crimes discovers that an apparent murder-suicide may actually be a double homicide, and Rusty receives a frightening anonymous letter connected to his upcoming testimony.
D.O.A.
episode S2.E5 july 2013While Major Crimes investigates the murder of an ex-con drug dealing identity thief, Sharon's long-absent husband makes an unexpected return from Las Vegas.
Boys Will Be Boys
episode S2.E6 july 2013A 13-year-old child with gender identity issues is killed after being bullied in a mall bathroom, and Sharon's husband helps Rusty set up a date.
Rules of Engagement
episode S2.E7 july 2013Raydor comes to blows with her husband when she asks him to represent a witness in what initially appears to be a gang related shooting.
The Deep End
episode S2.E8 july 2013A prestigious swim coach claims to have shot and killed a Hispanic intruder in his house, but Major Crimes soon discovers a shocking connection between the two men as well as a number of other more disturbing crimes.
Backfire
episode S2.E10 august 2013Major Crimes needs help from the Feds when they discover that the victim in a mob-related murder was an FBI informant, a case that hits home especially hard for Rusty.
Poster Boy
episode S2.E11 august 2013A failed wannabe reality star goes on a killing spree, and Rusty receives another letter right before the end of his summer break.
Pick Your Poison
episode S2.E12 november 2013Major Crimes searches for a high school drug dealer after two teens die from drugs laced with cyanide, and Rusty weighs his new living options after he is busted.
Risk Assessment
episode S2.E16 december 2013A prominent politician's son is murdered in a gang neighborhood, which sparks a new interest in an earlier crime. Meanwhile, Rusty suddenly takes an interest in why each detective joined the squad.
Return to Sender
episode S2.E18 january 2014The man sending notes to Rusty on behalf of Philip Stroh turns out to be a dangerous serial killer, causing Rusty to be in more danger with his sting operation than Major Crimes once thought.
Return to Sender: Part 2
episode S2.E19 january 2014As Major Crimes hunts down Rusty's would-be killer, Rusty takes the stand in a preliminary hearing against serial rapist Phillip Stroh.
Flight Risk
episode S3.E1 june 2014A father and his two children are missing from their home, and the team soon suspects that it may be related to marital issues. Meanwhile, Rusty has an urgent question for Provenza.
Frozen Assets
episode S3.E3 june 2014Amateur detective "Dick Tracy" returns to help Major Crimes investigate the death of a dog who inherited his deceased millionaire owner's fortune, and Rusty offers to get a job to help his mom.
Letting It Go
episode S3.E4 june 2014A woman confesses to murdering her rapist. While some detectives suspect she is lying, Rusty suspects that his mom may be lying to him to get out of rehab.
Two Options
episode S3.E7 july 2014An elderly married couple, killed execution-style in their home, with their daughter and grandchildren missing, leaves a joint task force to suppose that they may be hostages.
Cutting Loose
episode S3.E8 july 2014A woman is found dead in a storage container belonging to the actor she was stalking, and Lieutenant Tao works as a consultant for the actor's police drama.
Sweet Revenge
episode S3.E9 august 2014Major Crimes appears to be dealing with a possible sniper while investigating the murder of a man who runs a "revenge porn" website. Meanwhile, Sharon's son voices his opposition to Rusty's adoption.
Zoo Story
episode S3.E10 august 2014A young undercover policewoman disappears from a dance club where other young women have vanished. A request from Rusty's mom (in jail) leaves him revolted.
Down the Drain
episode S3.E11 november 2014Major Crimes investigates the death of a surrogate mother who promised her recently-born son to three different couples. Meanwhile, Rusty must go through one final hurdle before signing off and making the adoption complete.
Acting Out
episode S3.E13 december 2014A former teen actor is murdered while working on his big comeback movie, and things become awkward between Raydor and Flynn when Flynn's daughter comes for a visit.
Special Master: Part One
episode S3.E18 january 2015Phillip Stroh claims to have information about three future murders and wants to make a deal with the District Attorney's office; however, part of the deal includes a private one-on-one interview with Rusty.
Special Master: Part Two
episode S3.E19 january 2015While Major Crimes works against the clock to catch the killer before he claims his third and final victim, Phillip Stroh executes his escape plan.
A Rose Is a Rose
episode S4.E1 june 2015Sanchez returns from his leave as Major Crimes investigates two homicides across the street from each other that could be related to a string of home invasions.
Open Line
episode S4.E3 june 2015A supermodel is killed and the suspects include her MMA fighter ex-boyfriend and an obsessed photographer who put a virus on her computer. Meanwhile, Rusty's interview in the Jane Doe case could jeopardize the people's case.
Snitch
episode S4.E5 july 2015Sykes does not want a young eyewitness in a gang-related triple homicide to step forward for fear of retaliation. Rusty discusses the case he's investigating with his therapist. Flynn is ready to ask Raydor out on a real date.
Targets of Opportunity
episode S4.E7 july 2015Two LAPD officers are killed, and Major Crimes needs to find the lone witness to the crime - an El Salvadoran involved in a counterfeiting ring who was being brought in by the officers.
Hostage of Fortune
episode S4.E8 july 2015Major Crimes is paired up with an obnoxious FBI Agent on a kidnapping case from two years ago. Rusty continues his investigation on Alice Herrera.
Four of a Kind
episode S4.E11 november 2015During the team's investigation into four wealthy individuals killed while in the middle of a high-stakes poker game, Flynn is injured. Meanwhile, Rusty faces the wrath of a judge after he makes a special request.
Blackout
episode S4.E12 november 2015DDA Hobbs is blindsided by Sharon's ex-husband when he provides last-minute proof that his client is innocent of killing his wife; however, Hobbs and Sharon are even more shocked when they finally figure out his true motive in the case.
Taking the Fall
episode S4.E14 november 2015While the team investigates a stockbroker killed in an apparent road rage related incident, Lt. Flynn suffers a major setback in his recovery.
#FindKaylaWeber
episode S4.E17 december 2015A pro baseball pitcher's daughter is missing, and a ransom photo on social media suggests that she has been kidnapped. Meanwhile, Rusty is forced to testify in court against his will in defense of Slider.
Penalty Phase
episode S4.E18 december 2015A frustrated, failed filmmaker decides to create a film where he gets revenge and kills all of the people who failed him. Meanwhile, after the penalty phase in the trial, Rusty tries to come to terms with his feelings for Gus.
Hindsight, Part 1
episode S4.E19 february 2016A gun used in a gang-related double homicide is tied to a 12-year-old off duty police shooting and, eventually, a local pastor who's an outspoken critic of the LAPD. Meanwhile, Rusty finds out that his mother might be in danger.
Hindsight, Part 2
episode S4.E20 february 2016The team searches for more clues after the Uzi from the shootings is found in the church, but the bad blood between Hickman and Tao reaches the boiling point. Meanwhile, more clues indicate that Rusty's mom may be in danger.
Hindsight, Part 3
episode S4.E21 february 2016A major figure in the case is dead from a suspected overdose, but Tao thinks he was murdered. A major revelation casts Mark Hickman's motives in doubt, and a new suspect emerges on the day of the memorial service for the original victims.
Hindsight, Part 4
episode S4.E22 march 2016The team has a new theory about the mysterious third gunman in the original shooting, which leads them to the discovery of who's dealing drugs out of the church. Meanwhile, the team discovers that Rusty's life has been threatened.
Hindsight, Part 5
episode S4.E23 march 2016Sharon finally untangles a Gordian Knot of cocaine, religious zeal, jealousy, corn starch, nicknames and chop shop activities to identify the perpetrator of seven murders. Provenza ties the knot. Rusty faces his abuser.
N.S.F.W.
episode S5.E2 june 2016An undercover agent's death leads to the unit's investigation into drug overdoses involving a porn website that specializes in girls who just turned 18. Meanwhile, Rusty finds out that his biological mom is pregnant.
Foreign Affairs
episode S5.E3 june 2016The Feds and Major Crimes search for a possible terrorist when they discover that an ISIS-styled beheading of an American military veteran is filmed in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Sharon has an idea to help Buzz with a bad evidence video.
Cashed Out
episode S5.E5 july 2016Det. Julio Sanchez's application to become a foster parent is jeopardized by his reactions to a particularly gruesome murder after the Major Crimes Division finds a chopped up body burned to bits in the barbecue pit of an L.A. Park.
Tourist Trap
episode S5.E6 july 2016When a pair of British tourists get attacked on their second honeymoon during a Venice Beach robbery, L.A.'s twenty billion dollar tourist industry is threatened by an English journalist riding their tragedy to a career high. Meanwhile, Rusty's biological mother tries to make peace with him over her pregnancy.
Moral Hazard
episode S5.E7 august 2016After a shootout in a tow yard leaves three people dead, Major Crimes must scramble to find a disturbed man with a bag full of guns and a long list of grievances before he kills again. Meanwhile, Rusty pushes against LAPD policy in an attempt to find more evidence related to the murder of Buzz's father and uncle.
Dead Zone
episode S5.E10 august 2016While investigating a murder that has personal implications for Sanchez, the squad uncovers a much larger criminal operation. Meanwhile, Buzz comes face to face with someone that may have been present at his father's murder.
White Lies Part 1
episode S5.E11 september 2016In attempting to clear up loose ends from their investigation of a gang of White Supremacists, Major Crimes detectives audit the trial of serial killer Dwight Darnell, and end up facing their most deadly case ever while Rusty's psychologist, Dr. Joe, faces an unexpected confrontation that leaves his life in jeopardy.
- Reloaded
- Before and After
- Out of Bounds
- The Shame Game
- Long Shot
- Final Cut
- False Pretenses
- D.O.A.
- Boys Will Be Boys
- Rules of Engagement
- The Deep End
- Backfire
- Poster Boy
- Pick Your Poison
- Risk Assessment
- Return to Sender
- Return to Sender: Part 2
- Flight Risk
- Frozen Assets
- Letting It Go
- Two Options
- Cutting Loose
- Sweet Revenge
- Zoo Story
- Down the Drain
- Acting Out
- Special Master: Part One
- Special Master: Part Two
- A Rose Is a Rose
- Open Line
- Snitch
- Targets of Opportunity
- Hostage of Fortune
- Four of a Kind
- Blackout
- Taking the Fall
- #FindKaylaWeber
- Penalty Phase
- Hindsight, Part 1
- Hindsight, Part 2
- Hindsight, Part 3
- Hindsight, Part 4
- Hindsight, Part 5
- N.S.F.W.
- Foreign Affairs
- Cashed Out
- Tourist Trap
- Moral Hazard
- Dead Zone
- White Lies Part 1
Best moments7
- In attempting to clear up loose ends from their investigation of a gang of White Supremacists, Major Crimes detectives audit the trial of serial killer Dwight Darnell, and end up facing their most deadly case ever while Rusty's psychologist, Dr. Joe, faces an unexpected confrontation that leaves his life in jeopardy.
- Two LAPD officers are killed, and Major Crimes needs to find the lone witness to the crime - an El Salvadoran involved in a counterfeiting ring who was being brought in by the officers.
- A prominent politician's son is murdered in a gang neighborhood, which sparks a new interest in an earlier crime. Meanwhile, Rusty suddenly takes an interest in why each detective joined the squad.
- Sanchez returns from his leave as Major Crimes investigates two homicides across the street from each other that could be related to a string of home invasions.
- A supermodel is killed and the suspects include her MMA fighter ex-boyfriend and an obsessed photographer who put a virus on her computer. Meanwhile, Rusty's interview in the Jane Doe case could jeopardize the people's case.
- Sykes does not want a young eyewitness in a gang-related triple homicide to step forward for fear of retaliation. Rusty discusses the case he's investigating with his therapist. Flynn is ready to ask Raydor out on a real date.
- Major Crimes is paired up with an obnoxious FBI Agent on a kidnapping case from two years ago. Rusty continues his investigation on Alice Herrera.
- White Lies Part 1
- Targets of Opportunity
- Risk Assessment
- A Rose Is a Rose
- Open Line
- Snitch
- Hostage of Fortune