12/13/2023
It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to Andre Braughner, aka Captain Raymond Holt of Brooklyn Nine-Nine. He passed away today at the age of 61 due to a currently undisclosed illness.
While also known for his roles in 1989's Glory, 2007's The Mist, and TV's Homicide: Life on the Street, we feel that his role as Captain Holt was one of the most iconic roles of this century. His ability to bring a wide range of emotions out of his character without actually showing emotion proved he was a master of his craft.
In his life he had the honor of earning 18 NAACP Award nominations (winning 3), 11 Primetime Emmys (winning 2), and 4 Critic's Choice Awards (winning 2).
A iconic LGBTQ+ character, on one of the best written and diverse casted shows that has ever aired. If you have never seen his work in Brooklyn Nine-Nine, we highly recommend checking it out sooner than later. In the meantime, rest easy Andre Braughner, you are already sorely missed.
"Every time someone steps up and says who they truly are. The world becomes a better, more interesting place." - Captain Raymond Holt