Stacy Keach dead at 85 as ‘Mike Hammer’ star’s wife shares emotional tribute
Stacy Keach, a commanding actor whose work includes movies like “Fat City” and the starring role in “The New Mike Hammer” series on CBS, died Tuesday in Poland.
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- His wife, Małgosia Tomassi Keach, shared an emotional statement announcing his passing following a lengthy battle with a serious heart condition and heart failure.
- Keach, best known for portraying the hard-boiled private detective Mike Hammer and for his celebrated work on stage and screen, died Tuesday, Nov.
- "But his extraordinary spirit, his unforgettable voice and the love he gave so generously will remain with us forever." Keach is survived by his wife, their children, Karolina and Shannon, and their extended family.
Stacy Keach, the legendary actor whose unmistakable voice and powerful performances captivated generations of Americans, is being remembered by his beloved wife as a devoted husband, loving father and courageous fighter after his death at 85.
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- EVA MARIE SAINT, OSCAR-WINNING ‘ON THE WATERFRONT’ AND ‘NORTH BY NORTHWEST’ STAR, DEAD AT 102 But his extraordinary career stretched far beyond the detective series.
- His television appearances included " Blue Bloods," "Titus" and "Prison Break," while his film credits ranged from "The Long Riders" to "Nebraska" and "The Bourne Legacy." Keach also appeared in the Biblical miniseries " Jesus of Nazareth," portraying the criminal Barabbas.
- Throughout a career spanning more than six decades, Keach earned admiration not only for his versatility but also for the unmistakable voice and commanding presence that made him one of Hollywood's most recognizable performers.
- In 2017, Keach suffered a heart attack while performing in a one-man production about Ernest Hemingway at Chicago's Goodman Theatre, an ordeal that forced the cancellation of the show's run.
- A gifted Shakespearean actor, Keach tackled some of theater's most demanding roles, including Hamlet, Richard III and King Lear.
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