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Another of Hollywood’s shining stars has been relocated to the VIP area in the Sky. Jerry Orbach, best known for his long-running role on "Law and Order" has sadly passed away, aged 69.
Orbach had been suffering from prostate cancer, for which he had been treated since his diagnosis last spring. It was presumed he would recover. He had been busy filming another "Law and Order" spin-off, called "Trial and Jury" which launches in March.
Creator of the "Law and Order" franchise, Dick Wolf, says "I’m immensely saddened by the passing of not only a friend and colleague, but a legendary figure of 20th century show business who was a star of screen, stage and television. From ‘Chicago’ to ’42nd Street,’ from ‘Prince of the City’ to ‘Law & Order,’ he was one of the most honored performers of his generation. His loss is irreplaceable."
Orbach was best known as Lennie Brisco, whom he played for twelve seasons on TV’s "Law and Order", but before that, he was best known as a music-man. On Broadway, Orbach was known for his comic timing and fine singing voice. He starred in "Carnival!"; "Promises, Promises" ; "Chicago"; and "42nd Street".
Among his many film credits was "Dirty Dancing", in which he played Baby’s (Jennifer Grey) father.
Along with his wife, Orbach is survived by two sons from his first marriage, Anthony and Chris.
Jerry was a film fantastic. He’ll be sadly missed. Our condolences go out to his friends and family.
