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12-29-2004, 09:43 AM
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Jerry Orbach Passes Away at 69
Just read from the Associated Press that former Law and Order star Jerry Orbach passed away from prostate cancer. He had been undergoing treatment for it and only recently announced he had been diagnosed. Very sad. He was a damn fine actor and will be missed. :-(
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12-29-2004, 09:45 AM
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Just heard this on the radio. Sad. Although he lived a long, productive life, he obviously still had a lot to offer. RIP, Mr. Orbach.
And you believe, at heart, everyone's a killer...
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12-29-2004, 09:50 AM
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Wow, that's depressing. I was really excited to watch the new Law and Order spinoff based around his character.
RIP
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12-29-2004, 09:58 AM
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You'll be missed, Jerry. Godspeed.
(for those that didn't know, Orbach was the voice of Lumiere in Beauty and the Beast) |
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12-29-2004, 10:18 AM
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Jerry Orbach of "Law and Order" passes away
From the AP:
NEW YORK (AP) -- "Law & Order" star Jerry Orbach has died of prostate cancer at 69, a representative of the show said Wednesday.
Orbach died Tuesday night in Manhattan after several weeks of treatment, Audrey Davis of the public relations agency Lippin Group said.
When his illness was diagnosed, he had begun production on NBC's upcoming spinoff "Law & Order: Trial By Jury," after 12 seasons playing Detective Lennie Briscoe in the original series. His return to the new show had been expected early next year.
On Broadway, the Bronx-born Orbach starred in hit musicals including "Carnival," "Promises, Promises" (for which he won a Tony Award), "Chicago" and "42nd Street."
Among his film appearances were roles in "Dirty Dancing," "Prince of the City" and "Crimes and Misdemeanors."
AP-ES-12-29-04 1029EST
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12-29-2004, 10:23 AM
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He will be missed. I wonder how many episodes were filmed of Trial by Jury? I hope they air them. It will be a nice way to end his long career.
Bring back John Doe! Or at least resolve the cliff-hanger with a 2hr movie or as an extra on a dvd release.
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12-29-2004, 10:45 AM
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He was my favorite part of L&O. He will be missed.
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12-29-2004, 10:45 AM
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69 is way too young. He was a fine actor and leaves the legacy of having created one of the most memorable characters in TV history.
At the risk of sounding preachy, this is a very painful reminder for men over 40 to get their PSA tests annually.
God Bless this fine gentleman.
Steve
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12-29-2004, 10:56 AM
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I am sad to hear this. I was a fan before L&O and started to watch the show because he was on it.
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12-29-2004, 10:56 AM
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Wasnt a L&O watcher but I really liked Orbach.
RIP
Lumiere
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