THE Bodyguard actor Bill Cobbs’ last photo has been revealed as the star looked happier than ever.
On Wednesday, the movie star’s family confirmed that Bill died at the age of 90.
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In a heartfelt Facebook post, Bill’s brother, Thomas, revealed that Bill died peacefully in his California home on June 25.
The pastor said, “A beloved partner, big brother, uncle, surrogate parent, godfather and friend, Bill recently and happily celebrated his 90th birthday surrounded by cherished loved ones.
“As a family we are comforted knowing Bill has found peace and eternal rest with his Heavenly Father.
“We ask for your prayers and encouragement during this time.”
As of late, Bill’s cause of death is unknown.
ONE FINAL POST
On June 16, Bill celebrated his 90th birthday.
In celebration of his big day and Father’s Day, his niece Bethany shared an emotional pic on her social media and tagged Thomas as well as Bill’s nephew T.j.
In the snap, the One Tree Hill actor sat comfortably in a big brown chair while laughing along with his family members.
She said, “What a wonderful day! Happy Father’s Day Dad and T.J; happy birthday Uncle Bill!”
‘A WONDERFUL ACTOR’
Once the news of the TV star’s death hit social media, fans were quick to share positive messages.
“What a wonderfully talented actor who could elevate anything he was in with his presence alone,” one fan wrote on X, formerly Twitter.
Another said, “Rest easy legend.”
“My condolences. Thank you for your contributions,” a third tweeted.
Someone else commented, “He was a master of his craft, bringing depth and nuance to every role he played.”
Bill Cobb’s Acting Catalog
Bill Cobbs died on June 25, 2024 at the age of 90.
Take a look at Bill’s most iconic TV and Movie roles.
FILM
- The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974)
- Greased Lightning (1977)
- The Hitter (1979)
- Trading Places (1983)
- The Brother from Another Planet (1984)
- The Color of Money (1986)
- Five Corners (1987)
- Suspect (1987)
- The January Man (1989)
- New Jack City (1991)
- Exiled in America (1992)
- The Bodyguard (1992)
- Demolition Man (1993)
- That Thing You Do! (1996)
- Air Bud (1997)
- I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998)
- Sunshine State (2002)
- The Ultimate Gift (2006)
- Night At The Museum (2006)
- The Muppets (2011)
- Oz the Great and Powerful (2013)
TV
- First Ladies Diaries: Rachel Jackson (1975)
- The Equalizer (1985)
- Sesame Street (1985)
- Married People (1990)
- The Watcher (1995)
- NYPD Blue (1996, 2003)
- ER (1996)
- The Outer Limits (1997, 1999)
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1997)
- The Wayans Bros. (1997)
- The Others (2000)
- The Sopranos (2000)
- Touched By An Angel (2001)
- The West Wing (2002)
- My Wife and Kids (2002)
- The Drew Carey Show (2002-2004)
- Star Trek: Enterprise (2005)
- October Road (2007)
- One Tree Hill (2008)
- CSI (2008)
- Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior (2011)
- Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (2020)
“I have probably seen him in tons of stuff but never knew his name. A great character actor,” stated a fifth.
MORE ABOUT BILL
Before Bill became an actor, he first started as a radar technician for the US Air Force.
In 1936, the Daytime Emmy Award winner traveled to New York to live out his dream of becoming an actor.
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Bill started in theater then moved his way to the film and TV industry.
The first film he starred in was The Taking of Pelham One Two Three in 1974.
The actor went on to star in other well-known projects including One Tree Hill, The Sopranos, New Jack City, Air Bud, and the Night At The Museum films.
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