Andre Braugher, who was a two-time Emmy award winning actor who starred in the hit television series “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” and “Homicide: Life on the Street,” died Monday after a brief illness. He was 61.
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He was born on July 1, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois. Braugher has received critical acclaim for his performances and has been recognised with several awards throughout his career.
“His first screen role came as a Union solider in “Glory,” in which he played Thomas Searles, a free Black man who joins the first Black regiment. In the TV movie revival of “Kojak,” he played Kojak’s sidekick, then moved on to “Homicide: Life on the Street,”’ reports Variety.
His passing will be missed by a world wide audience.
He was best known for Captain Raymond Holt in Brooklyn Nine-Nine was one of the sitcom world’s most iconic characters.
“There’s no denying that Andre Braugher died too young: 61 is no age at all. But for decades to come, he will be the screen police officer that other actors measure themselves against, both in comedy and drama. What a legacy,” reports The Guardian.
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Brooklyn Nine-Nine History
Brooklyn Nine-Nine is a popular American television sitcom that first premiered on September 17, 2013, on the FOX network and later moved to NBC. The show was created by Michael Schur and Dan Goor. “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” follows the daily lives of the detectives of the fictional 99th precinct of the NYPD in Brooklyn.
The main character, Jake Peralta, played by Andy Samberg, is a talented but immature detective with a gift for solving crimes. The series explores the dynamics and relationships among the diverse group of detectives, including the strict and no-nonsense Captain Raymond Holt, played by Andre Braugher. The ensemble cast also includes Terry Crews, Stephanie Beatriz, Melissa Fumero, Joe Lo Truglio, Chelsea Peretti, Dirk Blocker, and Joel McKinnon Miller.
The show is known for its humor, diverse cast, and its ability to blend comedy with relevant social issues. “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” gained a dedicated fan base over its run, and it concluded with its eighth season, which was announced to be the final season. The series received praise for its comedic performances, clever writing, and its portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters and issues.
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