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The Supporter List!1# Alexandria 2# Renee 3# Faye 4# Dawn 5# Karen 6# Heather -the Monk Fansite............................................Adrian Monk (Tony Shalhoub) was once a rising star with the San Francisco Police Department, legendary for using unconventional methods and out-of-the-box thinking to solve some of the department's most baffling cases.But after the tragic (and still unsolved) murder of his wife, a devastated Monk became obsessive-compulsive. Now plagued by various phobias, almost everything causes him angst: germs, heights, crowds -- even milk. His condition eventually cost him his job, and continuously poses unique challenges as he goes about his daily life. He is in therapy for his condition, but signs of progress in overcoming his psychological disorder are spotty at best.Now working as a private consultant, Monk continues to investigate various cases using his vast intelligence and unconventional approaches. However, Monk would like nothing more than to gain back his position on the force. Can he pull himself together and get back to solving San Francisco's toughest crimes full time?About Natalie Teeger: Natalie Teeger (Traylor Howard) is Adrian Monk's new personal assistant, and she's just starting to figure out what makes the so-called "defective detective" tick. Tough and self-reliant, this former bartender finds herself alternately marveling at her boss's brilliance and suffering through his quirks. And while he drives her up the wall sometimes, Natalie shares one unfortunate bond with Monk - both of their respective spouses passed away, leaving them both to pick up the pieces of their lives. Natalie is slowly but surely easing into the role of sidekick to the most brilliant detective in San Francisco.About Natalie's Daughter: Julie Teeger (Emmy Clarke) is the daughter of Adrian Monk's new assistant, Natalie. As if coping with the stresses of growing up weren't enough for this 11 year-old, trying to understand her mom's odd new boss doesn't make things any easier. Nevertheless, Julie has bonded with Monk and continues to grow fond of him, especially since he heroically rescued her pet fish from certain death.About Monkk's Former Assistant: Sharona Fleming (Bitty Schram) is Adrian Monk's former personal assistant and nurse, a calming influence who helped him make it through the day. She was always on hand to offer her assistance when even the simplest of tasks became angst-ridden ordeals for Monk. An utterly dedicated employee who often became fiercely defensive when it came to her boss, she also became Monk's own "Girl Friday," an unlikely but effective Dr. Watson to his Sherlock Holmes. Sharona stopped working for Monk when she decided to move back to New Jersey and re-marry her ex-husband.About Monk's Captain: Captain Stottlemeyer (Ted Levine) is Adrian Monk's former boss, the man who was forced to let Monk go from the San Francisco Police Department when his obsessive compulsive disorder began to interfere with his ability to investigate cases and interact with his fellow officers. But even though he is no longer a member of the force, Stottlemeyer still often calls on Monk to provide his unique insights into cases that have San Francisco's finest stumped. Although Stottlemeyer is a highly decorated detective, he knows he will never be as good as the illustrious Monk - and that fact often drives him crazy.About his Assistant: Lieutenant Disher (Jason Gray-Stanford) plays a figurative "boy Friday" to Captain Stottlemeyer. More ambitious than bright, Disher relishes every opportunity to bolster the ego and reputation of his commanding officer, and is often the first to rebuff Monk's sometimes outlandish deductions, knowing full well that doing so pleases his boss.About Monk's Therapist: Lieutenant Disher (Jason Gray-Stanford) plays a figurative "boy Friday" to Captain Stottlemeyer. More ambitious than bright, Disher relishes every opportunity to bolster the ego and reputation of his commanding officer, and is often the first to rebuff Monk's sometimes outlandish deductions, knowing full well that doing so pleases his boss.