The "Law & Order," "Miami Vice" and "Crime Story" actor died Monday at 69
Dennis Farina arrives at the premiere for the HBO series "Luck" in Los Angeles in 2012. Farina died Monday at the age of 69.
Dennis Farina, known for his roles as a tough-talking cop as well as playing their criminal counterparts, died at the age of 69 of a blood clot in his lung, his publicist announced Monday.
Notably, he served on the Chicago police force for two decades before becoming a recognizable Hollywood actor. It began when he was hired on as a cop to consult on Michael Mann's 1981 film "Thief," with the director casting him in a small role.
Farina continued working in the police force while building up his acting resume, making the jump to full-time acting in 1986. He went on to appear in TV shows like "Miami Vice," "Crime Story," and "Law & Order," and films including "Manhunter," "Get Shorty" and "Saving Private Ryan." With the news of his death, the actors, writers and directors who worked with Farina, as well the critics who appreciated his work, sung his praises:
Michael Mann – who in addition to "Thief," worked with Farina on "Miami Vice," "Crime Story" and "Luck" –told Chicago Tribune critic Michael Phillips:
He thought all he had to do to have a career as an actor was to be known as 'Dennis, the dream to work with.' Because everybody told him that. He was the best guy on the planet. And he was a lot more than a nice guy. He had the charisma and the ability as a storyteller and raconteur to hold your interest. He appreciated the fullness, the roundness, of human life.
Terry Kinney, who played opposite Farina in "A Prayer for My Daughter," also told Phillips:
He moved in a very natural way to begin with, and for a novice stage actor, that's really something. He didn't really suffer from nerves; he didn't have a problem going out there in front of people.
"Law and Order" producer Dick Wolf in a released statement said:
I was stunned and saddened to hear about Dennis' unexpected passing this morning. The 'Law & Order' family extends sympathy and condolences to his family. He was a great guy.
Farina guest starred most recently in Fox's "The New Girl." Jake Johnson, who played his son, said in a statement:
I feel very honored to have had the chance to meet, talk the Chicago Bears, and act with Dennis Farina. He is someone I will surely miss. I looked up to him personally and professionally. I am sad for his family, friends and his fans. We all will miss out.
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