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Ron Glass

Ron Glass, who made a name for himself via roles in TV sitcom Barney Miller and sci-fi series Firefly, has passed away. The actor was 71.

Reports Variety:

The actor’s rep confirmed the death to Variety, but had no further details regarding the cause or location.

Glass was born in Evansville, Ind. and went on to study drama and literature at the University of Evansville. He began his career in Hollywood in episodes of “Sanford and Son,” “Hawaii Five-O” and “All in the Family” in the early ’70s.

In 1975 Glass found his breakout role in “Barney Miller,” set in an NYPD station. His character was a dapper and ambitious intellectual, obsessed with launching his career as a writer. The role earned Glass a Primetime Emmy nomination in 1982 in the supporting actor category.

Glass was part of the cast of Joss Whedon’s loved but canceled Firefly beginning in 2002, and reprised his role in the 2005 film Serenity.

OG’s no doubt remember Glass as Ron Harris, the brother with the afro, on Barney Miller.

Rest in peace Ron Glass.

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