Charles Cioffi Dies: ‘Klute’, ‘Shaft’, ‘All The Right Moves’ Actor Was 90
Charles Cioffi, a notable character actor, passed away at the age of 90 due to natural causes. He was best known for his roles in films such as 'Klute' and 'All The Right Moves.' Cioffi had a prolific career in television and theater, performing in numerous productions and series over several decades.
- ▪Charles Cioffi died on May 22 at his home in Marina del Rey, California.
- ▪He was born in New York City on October 31, 1935, and began his career in the early 1960s.
- ▪Cioffi is remembered for his roles in 'Klute' and 'All The Right Moves,' among many other television series and films.
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- ▪ Charles Cioffi, Actor in ‘Shaft,’ ‘Get Christie Love!’ and ‘The X-Files,’ Dies at 90 — The Hollywood Reporter
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Charles Cioffi in the ABC tv movie 'Peter Gunn' (1989) Daniel Watson /American Broadcasting Companies via Getty Images Charles Cioffi, a prolific character actor in TV, film and the Broadway stage perhaps best known for memorable turns as Tom Cruise’s blue-collar dad in All The Right Moves and a sadistic killer stalking Jane Fonda in Klute, died of natural causes on Friday, May 22, at his home in Marina del Rey, California. He was 90. His death was announced by family, and first reported by TMZ.
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