Beloved actor, Andre Braugher has died aged 61.
Best known for his role on the hit television series Brooklyn Nine-Nine as Captain Raymond Holt, his Emmy-award winning portrayal of Detective Frank Pembleton in Homicide: Life on the Street, Men of a Certain Age and nabbed another Emmy for his performance in Thief.
Andre with his wife, Ami.
(Image: Getty)His publicist, Jennifer Allen confirmed the news of his passing to Variety, revealing that Andre was recently diagnosed with lung cancer. He is survived by his wife, Ami Brabson and their three children.
Andre changed thousands of lives with his portrayals, a legacy no amount of gratitude is enough. Following his passing, numerous friends and co-stars shared heartfelt tributes.
Terry Crews, who starred alongside Andre in Brooklyn Nine-Nine shared: “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. 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. Deepest condolences to your wife and family in this difficult time. You showed me what a life well lived looks like.
Terry shared a tribute to his departed friend.
(Image: Getty)“Rest In Peace, Andre. I love you, man,” he concluded.
B99 co-star Joe Lo Truglio shared: So many wonderful stories will be told about Andre but for now, all my love goes to his wife Ami and his three boys, who he loved very much and flew back every weekend from the show to be with.
“We all know how powerful an actor he was, but even more, Andre knew exactly well his most important role and was deeply proud of it. He spoke often about his sons, and knew how lucky he was to have Ami. I’m grateful to them for allowing us to share eight years with him. He was committed and passionate about the things he loved. And that voice. It laid anchor to the roughest of dialogue.
“What you probably don’t know is that Andre could sing too, and did often at lunch, belting bassy vocals from his dressing room to whatever new music he found. At first, it was odd because well…it was Andre Braugher crooning at full volume from behind closed doors…but then very quickly it made all the sense in the world because the man was so full of song and that’s why the world took notice. I miss him so much already. What an honor to work with a man who knew what it was really all about. I feel blessed and thankful. Miss you Capt Holt. Love, Porkchop.💔”
Fellow B99 co-star Dirk Blocker wrote: “Fiercely intelligent, remarkably kind, supportive, generous and possessed a deep and extraordinary talent, and had even more to offer. I am devastated. I love him. The 9 years I was able to work with him and to just be in his presence was truly a blessing. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family.”
B99 star Chelsea Peretti shared a moment from the series, with the tribute: “Love you ❤️ Will miss your dulcet tones. Forever lucky to have gone on such a journey with you. Ringside seat.”
“You were so funny to me and the epitome of still waters run deep. I will always cherish our conversations, often with me hanging in your doorway barring your exit, and the insane opportunity to be your sidekick. Is it weird that I am also grieving for what Captain Holt meant to Gina? I really hoped and knew I would see you again. Hate that I won’t 💔
American actor, Josh Lucas also shared a tribute to Instagram.
“The great Andre Braugher passed away today. He was one of the first actors I ever worked with. And years later we did Poseidon together. I saw him perform Shakespeare in the Park and it was beyond memorable,” he wrote.
“It was an early preview and towards the end during his monologue as Henry V he just stopped. Dead stop. Silence. He put his head down and clearly we all realize he had forgotten his lines. The pause lasted what seemed an eternity and then like lightning he whipped his head up and exploded with greatness, word perfect. It was a performance I will always remember. He was an actor and man I always deeply respect. Rest in Peace Andre.”
In the hours after the announcement, Viola Davis shared a tribute, commemorating his talent.
“Heartbreaking. You went way too soon. I loved every minute of working with you….your talent, your bottomless heart, your love of your family….your wife. You were a great man. God bless your children, your beautiful wife…..You will be missed Andre Braugher 💔,” she wrote.
America actress Octavia Spencer also shared: “@andrebraugher will always be remembered as one of the greats and I am so saddened to hear of his passing. Sending love to his family, friends, co-stars and fans around the world 🤍🕊️”
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