Stars, they're just like us... Wait, not quite! André Braugher, the household name in American entertainment, has taken his final bow at 61. The Emmy-winning titan, renowned for his roles in "Homicide: Life on the Street" and "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," among others, succumbed to a brief illness, according to his spokesperson, Jennifer Allen.
Talk about an impressive resume! This man was no stranger to the spotlight, having nabbed eleven Emmy nominations. Yes, you heard that right. Eleven. The big cheese in '98 was his Emmy victory for his role as Detective Frank Pembleton in "Homicide: Life on the Street." Fast forward to 2006, and he was back in the glory spot with another Emmy draped around his neck this time for "Thief."
Chances are you've seen the man behind the badge. Braugher's Captain Raymond Holt on "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" left a lasting impression, to say the least. From 2013 to 2021, the formerly straitlaced cop charmed viewers with his dry wit. And let's not forget his breakthrough role in "Glory" or his appearances in "City of Angels" and "Primal Fear."
Before Hollywood beckoned, German director Wolfgang Petersen called on Braugher for "Poseidon," and Anne Hathaway and Angelina Jolie starred alongside him in "Salt" and "Passengers," respectively. His most recent venture was plunging into the depths of the Weinstein scandal’s revelation in director Maria Schrader's "She Said," where he portrayed reporter Dean Baquet, becoming the first black man to hold the esteemed editor-in-chief position at the renowned "New York Times."
His legacy lives on in our hearts and on our screens. May André Braugher's soul rest in peace, and his memory never fade, even as the world mourns the loss of one who graced it with his talent and warmth.
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- During his illustrious career, André Braugher garnered numerous award nominations and wins. His first Emmy came in '98, another in '06, and followed by several more for his roles in various TV shows.
- Besides his famous stints in "Homicide: Life on the Street," "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," and "Thief," Braugher's long-lasting career includes roles in other popular series and films such as "Men of a Certain Age," "City of Angels," and "Frequency."
- Romanian-American director Wolfgang Petersen discovered Braugher in the late 80s and brought him to the spotlight in a series of movies, paving the way for his humble beginning in entertainment.
- The last project of Andre Braugher was She Said, 2022 drama film directed by Maria Schrader, where he played a significant character.
- His time on Homicide: Life on the Street is remembered for his intense interrogation room scenes, while his character in Brooklyn Nine-Nine won over viewers with his no-nonsense personality, which fans loved.
