Who was Brian Dennehy? The US Sun
THE acting world is mourning the loss of Brian Dennehy.
The Rambo legend has passed away aged 81 - here's his story.
Who was Brian Dennehy?
Brian was an American actor who started his acting career in 1977 with a guest spot on the CBS series Kojak.
In 1982 he booked his big breakout movie role - playing Sheriff Teasle in Sylvester Stallone's Rambo action film First Blood.
He also well known for starring in the 1995 comedy Tommy Boy alongside David Spade and the late Chris Farley.
Brian also won a 2001 Golden Globe award for Best Actor in a Miniseries or Television Film for reprising his role as Willy in Death of a Salesman for a TV film adaptation.
What films was Brian Dennehy in?
Brian was well known on the big screen during the 80s and 90s and his hit movies included:
- Silverado
- Cocoon
- The Belly of an Architect
- Best Seller
- Presumed Innocent
- Romeo + Juliet
How did Brian Dennehy die?
On April 15, 2020 Brian passed away at his home in Connecticut.
It is believed he passed away from natural causes according to TMZ.
This means there will not be an extensive autopsy.
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What family does Brian Dennehy leave behind?
Brian's survived by his wife Jennifer Arnott and five children, including actress Elizabeth Dennehy.
The 59-year-old Charmed alum wrote of her father’s passing: “It is with heavy hearts we announce that our father, Brian passed away last night from natural causes, NOT COVID-19 related.
“Larger than life, generous to a fault, a proud and devoted father and grandfather, he will be missed by his wife Jennifer, family and many friends.”
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