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Actor Stacy Keach, who played detective Mike Hammer, has died

American actor Stacy Keach died at the age of 85 on Tuesday at his home in the Polish town of Magdalenka. According to his wife Malgosia Keach, he succumbed to long-term health complications related to a serious heart condition and heart failure. ORF ↗

Keach was one of the prominent figures of American film, television and theater. He gained his greatest popularity by portraying private detective Mike Hammer, whom he played in television series and films. The character of the tough investigator became one of his most famous roles. Die Zeit ↗

During his career, he appeared in hundreds of films and series. Audiences also knew him from the series Prison Break, Two and a Half Men and ER, as well as from the animated series The Simpsons. He also appeared in the film American History X and in other film adaptations and dramatic projects. tnlive.sk (Markíza) ↗

The actor portrayed a variety of characters, including Martin Luther, Ernest Hemingway, and neo-Nazi leader Cameron. He also performed in Shakespearean productions, which underscored his broad acting range. For his work, he received a Golden Globe for lifetime achievement. novinky.cz ↗

Keach's death was announced by his family. He left behind a significant mark on television and film, with the character of Mike Hammer remaining the most prominent symbol of his career. The Guardian ↗

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Location: Magdalenka
Magdalenka, gmina Lesznowola, powiat piaseczyński, województwo mazowieckie, 05-825, Polska
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