Remembering Andre Braugher: 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' Cast and Crew Pay Homage
Cast and crew of 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' pay heartfelt tribute to the late Andre Braugher, who passed away at 61 A touching homage celebrating the impact and legacy of the accomplished actor
Brooklyn Nine-Nine's cast and crew are honoring the late Andre Braugher, who passed away at the age of 61. Braugher, who died on Monday, December 11 after a short illness, was remembered fondly by his former B99 co-stars on social media.
"It's hard to believe you're gone so soon. I feel lucky to have known you, laughed with you, worked with you, and spent 8 amazing years witnessing your irreplaceable talent. This hurts. You left us too soon. You taught me so much," Terry Crews, who played Lieutenant Terry Jeffords, shared on Instagram. "I will always be grateful for the privilege of knowing you. Thank you for your wisdom, your advice, your kindness, and your friendship."
Braugher brought to life the beloved character Captain Raymond Holt on the NBC series, which aired for eight seasons from 2013 to 2021, alongside Crews, Andy Samberg, Melissa Fumero, Stephanie Beatriz, Joe Lo Truglio, and others. As an openly gay Black man in the police force, Holt became a meaningful representation for the LGBTQIA+ community, challenging stereotypes. During his time on the show, Braugher earned two Critics Choice Awards for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series and received four Emmy Award nominations.
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Andre Braugher Dead at 61: ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ Cast and Crew Pay Tribute
Nine-Nine forever. The cast and crew of Brooklyn Nine-Nine are paying tribute to the late Andre Braugher after his untimely death at age 61.
Braugher passed away on Monday, December 11 after a short illness, confirmed by the actor's representative, Jennifer Allen. Following the news of his death, Braugher’s former B99 colleagues took to social media to honor their departed friend.
"I can't believe you're gone so soon. I feel privileged to have known you, shared laughter with you, worked alongside you, and spent 8 wonderful years witnessing your irreplaceable talent. This hurts. You left us too soon. You taught me so much," Terry Crews, who played Lieutenant Terry Jeffords, posted on Instagram. "I will always be thankful for the opportunity to know you. Thank you for your wisdom, your guidance, your kindness, and your friendship."
Andre Braugher played the beloved role of Captain Raymond Holt on the NBC series "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," which aired for eight seasons from 2013 to 2021. He starred alongside Terry Crews, Andy Samberg, Melissa Fumero, Stephanie Beatriz, Joe Lo Truglio, and others. As an openly gay Black man in the police force, Holt became an important figure for representation in the LGBTQIA+ community, breaking stereotypes. During his time on the show, Braugher won two Critics Choice Awards for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series and received four Emmy Award nominations.
Recently, Marc Evan Jackson, who played Braugher's on-screen husband on B99, shared a photo of the two of them hugging behind the scenes of the show on social media. Alongside the photo, The Good Place actor wrote, "O Captain. My Captain."
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Terry Crews
"Your sudden departure is truly unbelievable. I feel privileged to have crossed paths with you, shared laughter, worked alongside you, and cherished 8 wonderful years witnessing your irreplaceable talent. This is incredibly painful. You left us too soon. You imparted so much wisdom to me," Crews wrote via Instagram. "I will forever treasure the opportunity to have known you. Thank you for your guidance, your valuable advice, your warmth, and your companionship. My heartfelt condolences go out to your wife and family during this challenging time. You have shown me what it means to live a truly meaningful life."
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Joe Lo Truglio
"Many wonderful stories will be told about Andre, but for now, my love goes to his wife Ami and his three boys. Andre loved them very much, and he flew back every weekend from the show to be with them," wrote Lo Truglio, who played Charles Boyle, via Instagram. "We all know how powerful an actor he was, but more importantly, Andre knew his most important role and was deeply proud of it. He often spoke about his sons and was grateful for Ami. I'm grateful to them for allowing us to share eight years with him."
Lo Truglio praised Braugher for being "committed and passionate" about the things he loved, adding that his deep and booming voice "laid anchor to the roughest of dialogue."
"Unbeknownst to many, Andre could also sing, often serenading us with his deep, resonant voice during lunch, belting out tunes he had just discovered from the comfort of his dressing room," He went on to say, "It was a bit strange at first, because, well... it was Andre Braugher singing at the top of his lungs from behind closed doors... but soon it all made perfect sense, because the man was just so full of music, and that's why the world took notice. I already miss him so much."
Lo Truglio concluded his post by expressing his gratitude for the opportunity to work with Braugher. "It was truly an honor," he stated. "I feel blessed and thankful. Miss you, Capt Holt. Love, Porkchop."
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Marc Evan Jackson
"O Captain. My Captain," Jackson wrote via X alongside a snap of the twosome hugging.
Jackson also issued a statement to Deadline expressing his condolences for Braugher’s passing, describing him as a "giant, genius, artist, legend, and force." "Andre elevated every moment he was present," Jackson said. "It was an honor to have known and worked with him. My deepest condolences to his family and all those who, like all of us, loved him very much."
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Chelsea Peretti
"Love you ️ Will miss your melodious voice. Grateful for the incredible journey we shared. Had the best view," Peretti, known for her role as Gina Linetti on the NBC series, posted on Instagram. "You always made me laugh and embodied depth beneath the surface. Our conversations will always hold a special place in my heart, often with me blocking your doorway, and the incredible privilege of being by your side. Is it strange that I also feel the loss of what Captain Holt meant to Gina? I was certain we would meet again. It hurts that we won’t."
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Joel McKinnon Miller
"Offering my heartfelt condolences to Andre's loved ones and all of us who had the privilege of collaborating with him. #brooklyn99," shared Miller, who played the role of Scully on the series, along with a nostalgic black and white cast photo on Instagram.
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Dirk Blocker
Playing Hitchcock, Blocker described Braugher as "fiercely intelligent," "remarkably kind," "supportive," and "generous" in a post on Instagram. He also expressed that the late actor had "deep and extraordinary talent" and still had much more to offer.
"I am heartbroken. He is loved," he expressed. "The 9 years I spent working with him and simply being around him were truly a gift. My deepest sympathies are with his family."
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Paul Scheer
"I'm devastated," Scheer, who worked with Braugher on B99 and The Good Fight, wrote via his Instagram Stories. "One of the true great Humans and Actors."
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'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' Creators and Executive Producers
“We are deeply saddened by the news of Andre's passing. He was an incredibly talented actor and brought so much joy to everyone around him. His smile was the greatest, brightest, most wonderful smile. Our thoughts and love go to his beautiful family, whom he cherished dearly. We are grateful for the time we had with him.”
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Rick Page
Page, a cinematographer on B99, wrote via Instagram, “Rest easy friend. All love, all heart. #AndreBraugher #CaptainHolt #Brooklyn99 #NineNineForever Heartbroken.”
