The entire entertainment industry is mourning the loss of Andre Braugher, who sadly passed away at the age of 61 on Dec. 11, 2023. The beloved captain from “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” succumbed to illness on Monday, as confirmed by his representative (via People).
Andre Braugher has lent his impeccable acting skills to some iconic roles, including the character of Frank Pembleton from “Homicide: Life on the Street.” However, his family was always his top priority, as evident from several interviews.
Braugher was married to Ami Brabson. The duo starred in “Homicide: Life on the Street” together and even got to play the role of an on-screen couple. They shared three kids: John Wesley Braugher, Michael Braugher, and Isaiah Braugher (via Hollywood Life).
In an interview with Variety, Andre Braugher said he always tried to be there for his wife and kids. He told the outlet, “I wanted to be there through the course of their life because I know how important fathers are.”
Everything we know about Andre Braugher’s family
Andre Braugher and Ami Brabson tied the knot in 1991 and were together for over three decades before Braugher’s passing. The couple has made several public appearances together. Their most recent red carpet appearance was in November 2022 for “The Good Fight” finale screening.
Braugher and Brabson had three sons who kept out of the spotlight. However, there is a chance of seeing two of Andre Braugher’s children embark on their acting journey soon. Michael has already followed his father’s lead, attending Juilliard School before dabbling in acting. Moreover, he landed the role of Booker T. Washington in HBO’s “The Gilded Age” Season 2 (via TODAY).
Andre Braugher was a family man through and through, having often emphasized his family was his main priority, even amidst his busy acting schedule. Tributes from his fans and co-stars poured in with the news of his passing, with Terry Crews taking to Instagram, noting, “Can’t believe you’re gone so soon…This hurts. You left us too soon.”
