US actor James McCaffrey dies
Gamers know him as the voice of "Max Payne", series fans know him from roles such as in "Sex and the City": US actor and voice actor James McCaffrey has died of cancer at the age of 65.
The US actor and voice actor James McCaffrey has died. According to media reports, the artist of Irish descent died of cancer at the age of 65. As first reported by the celebrity portal "TMZ", a spokesperson for McCaffrey announced that he died on Sunday surrounded by his friends and family. He had been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a rare cancer that originates in the bone marrow.
"McCaffrey had a successful 35-year career in television and film. He never lost his love of character portrayal. However, his good looks often pushed him to take on leading roles." His friend and colleague Kevin Dillon has also confirmed McCaffrey's death. He shared a photo of himself and McCaffrey on Instagram and wrote: "We were lucky to know you, my best friend, we will miss you."
The deceased actor was well-known thanks to numerous film and series engagements. He took on his first roles in the early 90s in series such as "Viper", "New York Undercover" and "Swift Justice". He also appeared in successful series such as "Sex and the City", "Criminal Intent", "Rescue Me" and "Beautiful People", sometimes in recurring roles.
The iconic voice of Max Payne
His voice is also very familiar to all video game fans, as he voiced the computer game hero "Max Payne" in the game series of the same name. McCaffrey was also heard in the classic game "Alone in the Dark". McCaffrey's most recent appearance was in "Alan Wake 2", where he appeared as the voice of Alex Casey, who fittingly acts as a declaration of love for the Max Payne series.
In Alan Wake 2's official X account , the team bid farewell to McCaffrey and remembered his "iconic voice". "His remarkable talent not only breathed life into our characters, but also left a lasting impact on our community. Our condolences go out to his family at this time of loss." The actor and voice actor is survived by his wife and a daughter.
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The death of James McCaffrey has been widely reported in the entertainment industry, given his notable roles in TV shows like "Sex and the City" and his iconic voice work in video games, such as "Max Payne." In a heartfelt Instagram post, Kevin Dillon paid tribute to McCaffrey, acknowledging his loss as a friend and colleague.
Despite having a successful career spanning over three decades, McCaffrey's untimely death from cancer at the age of 65 has left a void in the world of entertainment. His memorable performances in shows like "Sex and the City" and his iconic voice roles in games like "Max Payne" will forever be remembered in the hearts of his fans.
Source: www.ntv.de
