Known for roles in “LA Law” and “Dharma & Greg”, the actor died in Los Angeles after a heart attack
Actor Alan Rachins, who during his career was nominated for an Emmy and a Golden Globe, died on Saturday (2/11) at the age of 82, in Los Angeles. The news was confirmed by his wife, actress Joanna Frank, who reported that the actor was hospitalized due to cardiac arrest.
Beginning of career
Rachins began his career in New York theater, where he performed in Broadway shows and the off-Broadway circuit, building a versatile profile. In 1975 he made his screen debut with the television film “Fear on Trial” and, in the following years, made several appearances in television series, but achieved greater visibility only in the 1980s, when he was cast in “LA Law” (1986). -1994), in the role of lawyer Douglas Brackman Jr., a character that earned him Emmy and Golden Globe nominations in 1988.
Recognition in “LA Law”
Created by his brother-in-law Steven Bochco, “LA Law” starred Rachins as Douglas Brackman Jr., a stern and ambitious lawyer known for his no-nonsense style and tough stance, over the course of eight seasons. His standout performance in the legal drama earned him Emmy and Golden Globe nominations, dispelling any criticism of nepotism due to his casting.
Film career
His television success led him to the cinema, where he appeared in films such as “Na Rota do Perigo” (1986), “Um Espírito Grudou em Mim” (1990) and “Showgirls” (1995), one of the most criticized films. of the 90s. “Showgirls” received a record seven Razzie Awards, including a trophy Rachins won for worst supporting actor of the year, which essentially ended his film career.
Success in “Dharma & Greg”
After his experience in comedy films, the actor opted for a change of television style by starring in the sitcom “Dharma & Greg” (1997-2002) as the eccentric Larry Finkelstein, hippie father of the protagonist Dharma, played by Jenna Elfman. The series, about a couple completely different from each other, became another success of their career, lasting five seasons.
Latest works
After the end of “Dharma & Greg”, he never again had a regular role in television productions, but continued to appear on the small screen in single episodes of series such as “CSI”, “Grey’s Anatomy”, “Young Sheldon” and “NCIS,” where he made his last appearance before hospitalization.
He had been married since 1978 to Joanna Frank, who played his wife on “LA Law” and with whom he had a son.
Source: Terra
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