Broadway legend and "Scarface" actor dies suddenly at 88
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He played tough guys, shady judges, and sharp-witted men on stage and screen.
Now, fans are mourning the loss of one of the greats—an Emmy-nominated actor whose presence lit up both Hollywood and Broadway.
Harris Yulin has died at 88, just as he was preparing for a major new role.
Known for unforgettable roles in Scarface, Frasier, and Ghostbusters II, Yulin passed away Tuesday in New York after suffering a heart attack, his manager confirmed.
The veteran performer left his mark across film, TV, and theater—earning respect from audiences, critics, and fellow actors alike.
A career built on presence and precision
Yulin’s Hollywood breakthrough came with Scarface, where he played the crooked officer Mel Bernstein.
He continued that streak of intense, often intimidating roles in films like Ghostbusters II, Multiplicity, Game 6, and All Square.
But it wasn’t just the screen where he thrived. Yulin was revered in the theater world, particularly for his performances in Hedda Gabler, The Price, The Visit, and a revival of Watch on the Rhine on Broadway.
He made his New York stage debut in 1963—and didn’t stop for six decades.
A man of menace—with heart
Though often cast in roles with a sinister edge, Yulin brought nuance and gravitas to everything he touched.
He earned an Emmy nomination in 1996 for his guest appearance on Frasier, a rare comedic turn in a career defined by dramatic weight.
He also directed productions of The Glass Menagerie and The Trip to Bountiful, proving his talent extended behind the curtain as well.
His final project, left unfinished
Yulin was set to star this week in the MGM+ series American Classic alongside Kevin Kline and Laura Linney.
Director Michael Hoffman shared a heartfelt tribute, calling Yulin “very simply one of the greatest artists I have ever encountered... All of us at American Classic have been blessed by our experience with him. He will always remain the beating heart of our show.”
Family, legacy, and remembrance
Yulin is survived by his wife, Kristen Lowman; his son-in-law, Ted Mineo; and his nephew, Martin Crane.
His daughter, actress Claire Lucido, passed away in 2022.
A memorial will be held at a later date.
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[*] Harris Yulin died at 88 in New York after a heart attack
[*] Known for Scarface, Ghostbusters II, Frasier, and Broadway revivals
[*] Was set to star in a new MGM+ series with Kevin Kline and Laura Linney
[*] Directed acclaimed theatre productions and earned an Emmy nomination
Now, fans are mourning the loss of one of the greats—an Emmy-nominated actor whose presence lit up both Hollywood and Broadway.
Harris Yulin has died at 88, just as he was preparing for a major new role.
Known for unforgettable roles in Scarface, Frasier, and Ghostbusters II, Yulin passed away Tuesday in New York after suffering a heart attack, his manager confirmed.
The veteran performer left his mark across film, TV, and theater—earning respect from audiences, critics, and fellow actors alike.
A career built on presence and precision
Yulin’s Hollywood breakthrough came with Scarface, where he played the crooked officer Mel Bernstein.
He continued that streak of intense, often intimidating roles in films like Ghostbusters II, Multiplicity, Game 6, and All Square.
But it wasn’t just the screen where he thrived. Yulin was revered in the theater world, particularly for his performances in Hedda Gabler, The Price, The Visit, and a revival of Watch on the Rhine on Broadway.
He made his New York stage debut in 1963—and didn’t stop for six decades.
A man of menace—with heart
Though often cast in roles with a sinister edge, Yulin brought nuance and gravitas to everything he touched.
He earned an Emmy nomination in 1996 for his guest appearance on Frasier, a rare comedic turn in a career defined by dramatic weight.
He also directed productions of The Glass Menagerie and The Trip to Bountiful, proving his talent extended behind the curtain as well.
His final project, left unfinished
Yulin was set to star this week in the MGM+ series American Classic alongside Kevin Kline and Laura Linney.
Director Michael Hoffman shared a heartfelt tribute, calling Yulin “very simply one of the greatest artists I have ever encountered... All of us at American Classic have been blessed by our experience with him. He will always remain the beating heart of our show.”
Family, legacy, and remembrance
Yulin is survived by his wife, Kristen Lowman; his son-in-law, Ted Mineo; and his nephew, Martin Crane.
His daughter, actress Claire Lucido, passed away in 2022.
A memorial will be held at a later date.
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Key Takeaways
[*] Harris Yulin died at 88 in New York after a heart attack
[*] Known for Scarface, Ghostbusters II, Frasier, and Broadway revivals
[*] Was set to star in a new MGM+ series with Kevin Kline and Laura Linney
[*] Directed acclaimed theatre productions and earned an Emmy nomination