'O Captain. My Captain': 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' cast pays heartfelt tribute to Andre Braugher who died at 61

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Several actors from 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' expressed their heartfelt memories of their late co-star Andre Braugher through social media posts on Tuesday, December 12.

Braugher's death on Monday, December 11, at the age of 61 after a brief illness was confirmed by his publicist, as reported by The New York Times. Renowned for his portrayal of the beloved Capt Raymond Holt on the popular comedy series, Braugher was an Emmy-winning actor who left a lasting impact on television and film.

Alongside his memorable roles in 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' and 'Homicide: Life On The Street,' Braugher's career spanned across a diverse array of productions, including appearances in 'Glory,' 'Kojak,' 'Hack,' 'House MD,' 'City of Angels,' 'Frequency,' 'Poseidon,' 'Primal Fear,' 'Duets,' 'The Mist,' 'Fantastic Four: Rise Of The Silver Surfer,' 'Salt,' and 'The Gambler,' among others.

1. Terry Crews

Terry Crews, who played Lt Terry Jeffords on 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' alongside Braugher, was the first cast member to post a tribute on social media.

"Can't believe you're gone so soon. I'm honored to have known you, laughed with you, worked with you and shared 8 glorious years watching your irreplaceable talent," Crews wrote.

"You taught me so much. I will be forever grateful for the experience of knowing you."

Crews highlighted Braugher's wisdom, advice, kindness and friendship. "Deepest condolences to your wife and family in this difficult time," he added.

2. Dirk Blocker

Dirk Blocker portrayed Sgt Michael Hitchcock on the hit sitcom. "Andre was fiercely intelligent, remarkably kind, supportive, generous and possessed a deep and extraordinary talent, and had even more to offer," Blocker wrote.

"I am devastated. I love him. The 9 years I was able to work with him and to just be in his presence was truly a blessing." Blocker also offered his "heartfelt condolences" to Braugher's family.

3. Joe Lo Truglio

Joe Lo Truglio played the lovable Det Charles Boyle on the show. In an emotional post, Truglio described Braugher as a powerful actor who understood the cultural importance of playing NYPD Capt Raymond Holt.

Truglio also recalled fondly Braugher's habit of belting songs from his dressing room "to whatever new music he found." Truglio signed his tribute with the nickname Braugher's character called him: "Love, Porkchop."

4. Marc Evan Jackson

Marc Evan Jackson portrayed Braugher's on-screen husband Kevin on the sitcom. His tribute was short but resonated deeply: Jackson posted a photo of the two actors embracing on set, with the simple but meaningful caption, "O Captain. My Captain." The line from the Walt Whitman poem perfectly captured their close bond.

5. Joel McKinnon Miller

Veteran actor Joel McKinnon Miller played elderly detective Norm Scully.

"Sending love to Andre's family and friends and all of us who had the honor of working with him," Miller wrote, adding the show's hashtag, #brooklyn99. While brief, his words highlighted the immense respect Braugher commanded from his colleagues.

6. Chelsea Peretti

Chelsea Peretti brought her offbeat charm to the role of Gina Linetti, the captain's assistant. “Love you. Will miss your dulcet tones," she wrote. Peretti added she felt "forever lucky to have gone on such a journey with you," calling her time on the show a "ringside seat."

She specifically cherished their long conversations in his trailer doorway. Peretti closed by saying she grieved both personally and in-character: "Is it weird that I am also grieving for what Captain Holt meant to Gina?"

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