Beloved Actor Andre Braugher, Star of 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine,' Passes Away at 61

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[{"selector":"#anim-680c3cbf-aceb-48f8-975d-f098d7d5fe5e","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":3600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Breakthrough in Glory Braugher's career soared with his breakthrough role in the 1989 film 'Glory,' earning an Emmy for his compelling performance alongside Morgan Freeman and Denzel Washington virtualwonderglobal.com

[{"selector":"#anim-4a27edca-d919-4acd-85dd-5490e36a933d","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":3600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Emmy-Winning Career The Chicago-born actor secured his first Emmy in 1998 for his role in 'Homicide: Life on the Street,' establishing himself as a distinguished talent in the industry virtualwonderglobal.com

[{"selector":"#anim-345b4a7a-d59d-416b-addc-211c418694c0","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":3600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Iconic Captain Raymond Holt Braugher's deadpan portrayal of Captain Raymond Holt in 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' captured hearts, earning him two Critics Choice Awards for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series virtualwonderglobal.com

[{"selector":"#anim-515957c8-5f6f-4e18-83a6-5940e2071227","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":3600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Rising to Fame During the '90s, Braugher gained fame as Detective Frank Pembleton in 'Homicide-Life on the Street,' solidifying his reputation as a versatile and accomplished actor virtualwonderglobal.com

[{"selector":"#anim-2953afb0-e685-4b4f-b1f2-98aa38a6b04a","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":3600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Family and Legacy-Survived by his wife Ami Brabson, three sons, brother Charles, and mother Sally, Braugher leaves behind a rich legacy of memorable performances and contributions to the entertainment industry virtualwonderglobal.com

[{"selector":"#anim-0d9fbee8-da15-428e-b743-ab22d6399982","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":3600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Industry Recognition Beyond his Critics Choice Awards, Braugher received four Emmy nominations, showcasing his enduring impact on television and his ability to bring characters to life virtualwonderglobal.com More Stories !!