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Andre Braugher, ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ and ‘Homicide: Life on the Street’ Star, Dies at 61

Andre Braugher, ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ and ‘Homicide: Life on the Street’ Star, Dies at 61
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KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Andre Braugher, known for his roles in 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' and 'Homicide: Life on the Street,' has passed away at the age of 61 after a brief illness.
  • Braugher was a two-time Emmy winner and known for his intense performances in various TV shows and movies.
  • He had a complicated relationship with playing police officers on screen and urged for a reexamination of cop shows.
  • Braugher is survived by his wife and three children.
  • He was set to star in the Netflix show Residence as his next project.

SUMMARY

Actor Andre Braugher, known for his roles in 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' and 'Homicide: Life on the Street,' has passed away at the age of 61 after a brief illness. Braugher was a two-time Emmy winner and known for his intense performances in various TV shows and movies. He had a complicated relationship with playing police officers on screen and urged for a reexamination of cop shows. Braugher is survived by his wife and three children. He was set to star in the Netflix show Residence as his next project. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Classical Theatre of Harlem, where Braugher served on the board.