Actor John Mahoney has died at the age of 77.
John, who was born in Blackpool in England and was raised in America, is best known for his role as Martin Crane on the hit show Frasier. He won a SAG Award for his role and was also nominated for two Golden Globes and two Emmys.
He died while in a hospice care in Chicago after a short illness, his publicist confirmed.
Some of his fellow Frasier co-workers and stars paid tribute to him on social media, including Pery Gilpin who played Roz in the show.
John singing at my wedding. Watch Moonstruck, Say Anything and/or Frasier or anything you can with him in it and raise a glass to John. Remember him well. pic.twitter.com/Tj3i5B4x13
— Peri Gilpin (@GilpinPeri) February 6, 2018
The great John Mahoney passed away today at age 77. I’ve not known a kinder man nor more brilliant actor. We were all blessed to have spent 11 glorious years together. pic.twitter.com/hn3SZwuEy4
— Jeff Greenberg (@JeffGreenbergCD) February 5, 2018
While the theatre Steppenwolf, which he was a member of for 39 years, also paid tribute.
It is with our deepest sorrow that we share the news that ensemble member of 39 years John Mahoney passed away. Tonight’s opening night performance of You Got Older has been cancelled. We are instead inviting all to gather in Front Bar this evening. All are welcome to join us. pic.twitter.com/k8yrrR7ICA
— Steppenwolf Theatre (@SteppenwolfThtr) February 6, 2018
