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In Memoriam: Sherman Hemsley, iconic actor, dies at 74

Sherman Hemsley, best known for his starring role on “The Jeffersons,” has died. He was 74.

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Sherman Hemsley, Iconic Actor, Dead at 74
Sherman Hemsley in The Jeffersons (Photo by CBS TelevisionUploaded by We hope at en.wikipedia, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Jeffersons_moving_1974.JPG)

Sherman Hemsley, best known for his starring role on “The Jeffersons,” has died. He was 74.

Passing details for Sherman Hemsley

Although the cause of Hemsley’s death is unclear, TMZ reports that the actor passed away at his El Paso, Texas, home.

Career

Hemsley made a name for himself as George Jefferson on the iconic sitcom for a decade earning a 1984 Emmy nomination for his work as lead actor in a comedy series.

The actor went on to appear on a handful of other classic television shows including “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” and “The Hughleys.” He also starred as Deacon Ernest Frye on the NBC series “Amen” for several years.

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The Philadelphia born and raised sitcom actor was also an accomplished singer, recording the 1989 single “Ain’t That a Kick in the Head” and releasing his R&B album, “Dance,” in 1992.

Before becoming a household name, Hemsley served in the Air Force for four years, before going on to work for the post office for eight years.

Sherman Hemsley had no wife or kids.


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  1. Andrea B Meyers

    July 26, 2012 at 12:20 am

    RIP sherman hemsley.
    🙁
    but you were GREAT!

    • Sherman fan

      July 26, 2012 at 3:59 am

      I loved the way he danced. He was the best!

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