Andre Braugher, Beloved Star of 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine,' Passes Away at 61
Beloved actor Andre Braugher, famous for his iconic roles on 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' and 'Homicide: Life on the Street,' has passed away at the age of 61 His remarkable talent and contributions to the entertainment industry will be deeply missed
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Brooklyn Nine-Nine star Andre Braugher has died at the age of 61.
The two-time Emmy winner passed away on Monday, December 11, after a brief illness. His representative, Jennifer Allen, confirmed the news of his death on Tuesday, December 12. Further details about his passing have not been disclosed.
Braugher gained recognition for his role as Detective Frank Pembleton in the NBC drama Homicide: Life on the Street from 1992 to 1998. He received two Emmys for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series in 1997 and 1998 for his performance. Additionally, he won two Television Critics Association awards during his time on the show.
After his role on Men of a Certain Age from 2009 to 2011, Braugher went on to play the beloved character Captain Ray Holt on Brooklyn Nine-Nine for eight seasons. He starred alongside Andy Samberg, Melissa Fumero, Terry Crews, Stephanie Beatriz, and more. Throughout the show's run from 2013 to 2021, he received four Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.
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Braugher met his wife, Ami Brabson, while starring on Homicide: Life on the Street. The pair, who tied the knot in the early ‘90s, shared sons Michael, Isaiah and John Wesley.
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