The Emmy-winning actor, who died this week, was diagnosed with a terminal illness that left him struggling silently in recent months (Source: Netflix)
Although he shone on the big and small screen with lovable characters who left their mark, Andrew Braugher He had certain harmful habits that led him to a fateful end before his time. This was confirmed this week The “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” star was diagnosed with a terminal illness that led to a battle fought quietly and away from the public eye.just like his style.
This Thursday, his long-time publicist, Jennifer Alleninformed the media about it Braugher was diagnosed with lung cancer several months ago before succumbing to the disease. Allen was also responsible for announcing her unexpected death this Monday, which caused deep shock among colleagues and thousands of admirers of the “Homicide: Life on the Street” star and her most famous characters.
In the past, a 2014 profile published by The New York Times Magazine had noted that Andre was very private and that he had “stopped drinking alcohol and smoking years ago.” This could mean that the late actor's years dedicated to smoking have taken their toll with what appears to be an advanced illness.
His publicist Jennifer Allen confirmed that Braugher was diagnosed with lung cancer several months ago before succumbing to the disease (Instagram @andrebraugher)
Andre Braugher died this Monday, December 11th, at the age of 61.
The Emmy winner was born in Chicago, Illinois born on July 1, 1962, the youngest of four brothers. The years before his fame were marked by extensive studies that made him a professional artist. In 1984 he completed his art studies Stanford University, specializing in theater. Four years later he achieved a master's degree in fine arts Juilliard School (new York).
The actor became famous in 1989 through the drama film “Fame“, with which he debuted in his first leading role as Thomas Searles, a black soldier. He shared roles with the most renowned Denzel Washington And Matthew Broderick. The film was canceled American Civil War and won two awards Oscar. Also He played famous baseball player Jackie Robinson in the 1990 television film The Court-Martial of Jackie Robinson.
But it wasn't until 1993 that he landed a key role that catapulted him to screen stardom: his role as a detective Frank Pembleton In 'Murder: Life on the Street', a series that lasted until 1999. Thanks to his outstanding performance, Braugher won one Emmy in 1998. Exactly in “Homicide: Life on the Street” He met his wife, the actress Amy Brabsonwith whom he had his children Michael, Isaiah And John Wesley.
A 2014 profile published by The New York Times Magazine noted that Andre was very private and had “stopped drinking alcohol and smoking years ago.” (Portal/Mario Anzuoni/File Photo)
In the years that followed, Andre continued to expand his increasingly popular career as an actor, appearing in dozens of film and television productions such as Thriller “Primal Fear,” director Spike Lee’s “Get on the Bus,” and the sci-fi thriller “Frequency.”. He also starred in his own series “Gideon's Crossing”give life to an oncologist.
In 2006, he starred in the FX miniseries Thief, a role that earned him his second Emmy in the category of Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie, a title that also earned him a nomination for the film brought in Golden Globe, along with a total of 10 other nominations.
In the last decadeshis character had achieved even greater impact and notoriety through his interpretation of the captain Raymond Holt in the police comedy 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine', in which he participated specifically from 2013 to 2021. Without a doubt, this young character has immortalized his career.
In recent decades, his name has gained greater prominence and recognition through his role as Captain Raymond Holt in the comedy Brooklyn Nine-Nine. His charismatic performance made the audience fall in love (Instagram @andrebraugher)
He was supposed to star in the series.Residence”from Netflix, soon. According to Deadline, production was preparing to resume filming on January 2nd as it could only take place for the first four episodes. Given Braugher's untimely death, it is unclear whether the series will keep this date. or more time is needed to assess whether the main character will be eliminated or changed.