Renowned for his roles in “Homicide: Life on the Street,” “Men of a Certain Age,” and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” Andre Braugher, aged 61, passed away on Monday after a short battle with an illness. Andre Braugher Cause Of Death confirmation came from his publicist, Jennifer Allen. He leaves behind his wife, actress Ami Brabson, and their three sons, Michael, Isaiah, and John Wesley.
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- Andre Braugher died on Monday following a short illness.
- Survived by wife Ami Barbson and three sons: Michael, Isaiah, and John Wesley.
- Braugher’s celebrated career boasts two Emmy-winning roles in Homicide: Life on the Street and Thief.
A Remarkable Career and Iconic Performances
Braugher’s commanding voice and acting prowess propelled him to stardom with his Emmy-winning portrayal of Detective Frank Pembleton in the NBC drama “Homicide: Life on the Street” from 1992 to 1998. His acclaim soared further with his deadpan portrayal of Captain Raymond Holt in “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” where he garnered accolades, including two Critics Choice Awards and four Emmy nominations for his role as the precinct’s unflappable, Black, and gay leader.
Born in 1962 in Chicago, Braugher, the youngest of four, honed his craft with studies at Stanford and Juilliard School for drama.
Andre Braugher Cause Of Death
Jennifer Allen, his publicist, confirmed Braugher’s demise after a “brief illness.” Specifics regarding the illness leading to the passing of the esteemed Juilliard alumnus are yet undisclosed.
Legacy and Unfinished Projects
His breakthrough came with the 1989 film “Glory,” a portrayal of an all-Black army regiment during the Civil War, featuring luminaries like Morgan Freeman and Denzel Washington. Braugher’s television career flourished with roles in several shows and movies like ‘City of Angels,’ ‘Poseidon,’ ‘Frequency,’ ‘The Mist,’ ‘Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer,’ ‘Salt,’ and ‘The Gambler.’
Sadly, Braugher’s passing halted his upcoming project, the Netflix show “Residence,” scheduled to commence filming early next year.
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Marc Evan Jackson, known for his role as Holt’s spouse Kevin, shared a picture of both of them on the set, captioning it with “O Captain. My Captain.”
O Captain. My Captain. pic.twitter.com/ekGFz3EUTG
— Marc Evan Jackson (@MarcEvanJackson) December 13, 2023
Fellow actor Terry Crews responds to the news of Andre Braugher’s passing.
rest in peace, andre braugher. an absolute force of an actor and a treasure on and off screen. thank you for all the warmth and joy and laughs. rest easy, captain ❤️ pic.twitter.com/WIFnmk0eNm
— out of context brooklyn nine nine (@nocontxt99) December 13, 2023
Brooklyn Nine-Nine mourns the loss of one of its own.
The official sitcom account posted on Tuesday, expressing affection for Andre Braugher, who portrayed Capt. Raymond Holt for eight seasons. Braugher passed away at 61 after a short illness. Always our Captain. We love you, Andre.
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Andre Braugher is mourned by his wife, actor Ami Brabson, and their three children, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable talent and unforgettable performances
