Michael Tillman


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Michael Tillman is a character on ABC's Once Upon a Time. He makes his debut, and only appearance, in the ninth episode of the first season. He is portrayed by guest star Nick Lea, and his Enchanted Forest counterpart is the Woodcutter.
 * This article focuses on Michael Tillman's Storybrooke persona. For his Enchanted Forest counterpart, see The Woodcutter.
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During the Curse
For events occurring before the casting of the Dark Curse, see the Woodcutter.

Twelve year old twins Ava and Nicholas Zimmer are caught with Henry Mills attempting to shoplift from the Dark Star Pharmacy. Sheriff Emma Swan takes them home, only to discover that they have been living on their own since their mother, Dory, died. Emma vows to find their father, and promises that they won't be separated. However, shortly afterward, Mayor Regina Mills informs her that she needs to take the children to Boston, where they will be placed in separate children's homes, as all the homes in Maine are full. After realizing the twins possess a compass owned by their father, Emma takes it to Mr. Gold at shop, and learns that Michael Tillman is the man he bought it from.

Emma confronts Michael about being the father of the twins. He tells her that he doesn't have kids. Emma presses him, telling him that he has two children who have been living in an abandoned house, and he needs to take responsibility for them.

Michael tells Emma that he can barely manage the garage and there's no proof the twins are his. Emma shows him the compass, but it's not enough. He says that he knows nothing about being a dad and he can't give them a good home.

Later, a distraught breaks the news to Ava and Nicholas. On her way out of Storybrooke with them, her vehicle breaks down and she calls a mechanic; Michael. He arrives and points out that there is nothing wrong with Emma's car. Emma expresses that she thought he should at least see the children before she takes them away. Michael gazes at his children, and agrees to take them, saying he'll "try to be a dad." ("True North")

Trivia

 * He owns a garage.
 * The tow truck he drives is the same one Billy drives - "Franklin's Towing & Salvage" ME# 3226. Therefore, Billy likely worked for him.

Appearances
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