Fans of Hill Street Blues are mourning the loss of Taurean Blacque. The actor, best known for his depiction of Detective Neal Washington on the hit cop show, was 82 years old.
The news broke to fans in an emotional statement from the actor's family, as reported by Deadline.
The role was so beloved, in fact, that Taurean received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series in 1982.
The role was monumental as it was the first series to include a Black family in the main storyline right from its inception, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
Taurean is survived by 12 children, 18 grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.
RIP.
