Andre Braugher, ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ and ‘Homicide’ Actor, Dead at 61
Andre Braugher, ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ and ‘Homicide’ Actor, Dead at 61
Andre Braugher, , ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ and ‘Homicide’ Actor, , Dead at 61.
Braugher died on Dec.
11 following a brief illness, according to his publicist, Jennifer Allen.
For his acting debut, Braugher portrayed a soldier in 1989's "Glory," a film about Black soldiers in the Civil War.
For his acting debut, Braugher portrayed a soldier in 1989's "Glory," a film about Black soldiers in the Civil War.
He then played Jackie Robinson in 'The Court-Martial of Jackie Robinson' and ultimately landed a main role in 'Homicide: Life on the Street.'.
He won an Emmy for his work portraying Frank Pembleton in the series.
Braugher went on to star in many more films and series, such as 'Primal Fear,' 'Get on the Bus,' 'Frequency,' 'Gideon's Crossing' and 'Thief.'.
'Thief,' an FX miniseries, granted Braugher a second Emmy.
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Braugher then spent three seasons with Ray Romano on 'Men of a Certain Age' before landing the role of Capt.
Ray Holt on 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine.'.
Braugher then spent three seasons with Ray Romano on 'Men of a Certain Age' before landing the role of Capt.
Ray Holt on 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine.'.
Braugher's 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' co-star, Terry Crews, took to Instagram to pay his respects to the late actor.
Can’t believe you’re gone so soon.
I’m honored to have known you, laughed with you, worked with you and shared 8 glorious years watching your irreplaceable talent.
This hurts.
You left us too soon.
, Terry Crews, via Instagram.
You taught me so much.
I will be forever grateful for the experience of knowing you.
Thank you for your wisdom, your advice, your kindness and your friendship.
, Terry Crews, via Instagram.
Deepest condolences to your wife and family in this difficult time.
You showed me what a life well lived looks like, Terry Crews, via Instagram