All articles tagged with #character actor
Helen Siff, a veteran character actress known for roles in films like 'You Don’t Mess with the Zohan' and 'Hail, Caesar!', as well as numerous TV appearances, died at age 88 due to complications from surgery. She was celebrated for her professionalism and kindness, with a career spanning several decades in film, television, and theater.
Peter Greene, renowned for his role as Zed in 'Pulp Fiction,' has died at age 60 in his New York City home. He was celebrated as a talented character actor with a career spanning notable films and projects, and was working on a documentary at the time of his passing.
Tom Bower, known for his roles in "The Waltons" and "Die Hard 2," has passed away at the age of 86. Bower had a prolific career in film and television, appearing in numerous notable projects including "Nixon," "Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans," and "Crazy Heart." He was also a supporter of SAG and the Syracuse International Film Festival. Bower is survived by his children, brother, and sister.
M. Emmet Walsh, the celebrated character actor known for his roles in "Blade Runner," "Blood Simple," and "Knives Out," has passed away at the age of 88. With a career spanning six decades and over 230 credits on IMDb, Walsh's performances on screen and stage left a lasting impact. He will be remembered for his roles in various films and television shows, including "Blade Runner," "My Best Friend’s Wedding," and appearances in beloved sitcoms and dramas.
M. Emmet Walsh, the character actor known for his roles in "Blood Simple" and "Blade Runner," has passed away at the age of 88. His manager confirmed that he died from cardiac arrest at a hospital in St. Albans, Vermont. Walsh, who often played memorable supporting roles, had a career spanning over 100 films and continued acting into his late 80s. He was known for his unsettling presence and unmistakable face, and his work was celebrated by critics and filmmakers alike.
M. Emmet Walsh, the character actor known for his roles in "Blood Simple" and "Blade Runner," has passed away at the age of 88. His manager confirmed that he died from cardiac arrest at a hospital in St. Albans, Vermont. Walsh, who often played memorable supporting roles, had a career spanning over 100 films and continued acting into his late 80s, with recent appearances in "Knives Out" and "Outlaw Posse." He was remembered by colleagues and fans as a legendary actor with an unmistakable presence on screen.
M. Emmet Walsh, a prolific character actor known for his roles in films like "Blood Simple" and "Blade Runner," has died at the age of 88. Described as "the poet of sleaze" by Roger Ebert, Walsh was praised for his naturalistic portrayals of repellent lowlifes and miscreants. He was also known for the Stanton-Walsh Rule, which stated that no movie featuring either Harry Dean Stanton or M. Emmet Walsh in a supporting role can be altogether bad. Walsh's performance in "Straight Time" led to a role in "Blood Simple," the first feature film by Joel and Ethan Coen, where he captured a mischievousness perfect for the role.
Veteran TV actress Jean Allison, known for her roles in shows like Bonanza and Perry Mason, has passed away at the age of 94. With a career spanning over 30 years, she appeared in numerous popular TV shows and films, and was married three times, leaving behind three children.
Richard Moll, the character actor best known for his role as Bull Shannon on the original sitcom "Night Court," has passed away at the age of 80. Moll played the eccentric but gentle giant bailiff on the show from 1984 to 1992. After "Night Court," he lent his voice to various projects and appeared in horror films. Moll's character was not part of the reboot of "Night Court." He is survived by his children and ex-wife.
Richard Moll, best known for his role as the gentle giant bailiff "Bull" Shannon on the sitcom "Night Court," has passed away at the age of 80. Moll's character, known for his catchphrase "Ohh-kay," formed a close friendship with another bailiff on the show. After "Night Court," Moll lent his voice to various projects and appeared in horror films. He was survived by his children and ex-wife.
An open letter suggests that Justin Timberlake should embrace his talent as a character actor in movies, citing his strong performances in supporting roles such as his recent portrayal of a skeezy murder suspect in Netflix's "Reptile." The letter highlights Timberlake's ability to play compelling dirtbag characters and suggests that he should explore oddball creepers, hard-nosed cops, tortured siblings, lovable dads, and other meaty character roles. The letter also encourages Timberlake to follow the career paths of actors like Kurt Russell, Mandy Patinkin, and J.K. Simmons, who successfully transitioned from their early roles to become acclaimed character actors.
Robert Swan, the veteran character actor known for his roles in films such as Hoosiers and The Untouchables, has passed away at the age of 78 after a long battle with cancer. Swan, who was also an accomplished singer and aspiring producer, had dreams of producing his screenplay about Samuel Johnson. A celebration of his life will include a reading of the screenplay with actor Daniel J. Travanti. Swan is survived by his wife, brothers, sister-in-law, nephews, and dogs.
Frederic Forrest, a character actor known for his supporting roles in movies and TV shows, has died at the age of 86. He was best known for his roles in Francis Ford Coppola's "Apocalypse Now" and "The Rose," for which he received an Oscar nomination. Forrest appeared in over 80 movies and TV shows, often playing lawmen, killers, and psychopathic heavies. Despite seldom being cast in leading roles, he found critical acclaim as a character actor.
John Beasley, the veteran character actor known for his roles in "Everwood" and films such as "Rudy" and "The Apostle," has died at the age of 79 after a brief illness. He also had small parts in recent TV shows like "Your Honor" and "The Mandalorian." Beasley ran the John Beasley Theater and Workshop in his hometown of Omaha for over a decade. He is survived by his wife, two sons, and six grandchildren, including NBA player Malik Beasley.
Michael Lerner, a prolific character actor with over 180 film and television credits, has died at the age of 81. He was best known for his Oscar-nominated performance as a movie mogul in the Coen brothers' "Barton Fink." Lerner played a variety of roles, including mobsters, politicians, and real-life figures such as Jack Ruby and Jack Warner. He also appeared in holiday favorite "Elf" and the 1998 remake of "Godzilla." Lerner's nephew and niece are also actors.