Known for his work on “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” and “Homicide: Life on the Street,” Braugher passed away on Monday.
The cause of the death of André Braugher has been determined.
On Monday, the Brooklyn Nine-Nine star died at the age of 61. His representative said at the time that the actor died due to a recent illness, but he has now told people that the actor died of lung cancer.
It is unclear when Braugher was diagnosed with the disease.
The actor, known for his roles in acclaimed crime series such as Homicide: Life on the Street and Brooklyn Nine-Nine, earned 11 Emmy nominations throughout his career.
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He won two Emmys, the first in 1998 for his role as Det. His second award was for his portrayal of Frank Pemberton in Homicide and Nick Atwater in Thief. He received four Emmy nominations for his role as Captain Raymond Holt on Brooklyn Nine-Nine.
Braugher began his acting career in 1989, starring opposite Denzel Washington in Glory and working with Telly Savalas on Kojak. His other credits include City of Angels, Salt, Law & Order, Salem’s Lot, and the upcoming Netflix series The Residence. He also won Obie Awards for his performances in stage productions of Henry V and The Whipping Man.
Following news of Braugher’s death, his co-stars began paying tribute to his work.
“I can’t believe you’re gone so soon,” his Brooklyn Nine-Nine co-founder Terry Crews began in an emotional Instagram post.
Cruz, 55, added, “I am honored to have spent 8 wonderful years knowing you, laughing with you, working with you, and observing your irreplaceable talent.”
Viola Davis shared an Instagram tribute to her co-star in ABC’s second Live In Front of a Studio Audience special, writing, “Heartbreaking. You’re gone too soon. I loved every minute of working with you. Your talent, your immense heart, and your love for your family—your wife— You were a great man. God bless your children, your beautiful wife. You will be missed, Andre 💔🙏🏿. ”
Shonda Rhimes, who produced his last project, The Residence, shared a photo of Braugher on Instagram and wrote that she was “deeply saddened by the news” of his death.
Rhimes said, “I mourn the loss of not only an extraordinary actor, but even more deeply the loss of a warm and kind soul. His talent was undeniable, but it was his It was his genuine kindness that really set him apart. You rest in peace.”
A native of Chicago and a graduate of Stanford University and Juilliard, Braugher is survived by his wife, Ami Brabson, and their children, John Wesley Braugher, Michael Braugher, and Isaiah Braugher.