The video game and movie industries are in mourning, as this week Louis Gossett Jr, an American actor with an important and extensive career, passed away. According to details, he died yesterday morning at the age of 87.
The news was shared by his family, which so far has not revealed the causes of his death. Louis Gossett Jr is not only known by movie and TV lovers, as he is also loved by gamers due to his performance in Half-Life 2, Valves popular title.
Louis Gossett Jr a celebrated actor who bet on video games
Louis Gossett Jr is world renowned for his extensive film career, which began in 1961 with A Raisin in the Sun and remained active until last year. He is also known for his background in television shows and series, as well as for his participation in various theatrical works. In 1982, the talented actor won an Oscar and an Emmy for Best Supporting Actor for An Officer and a Gentleman.
Gamers know his work from Half-Life 2, where he voiced the Vortigaunts, an alien race. Although his video game career was very short, his role in Valves franchise was enough to receive recognition from gamers, who thanked him for his contributions to the saga.
"Never mind the awards, never mind the glitz and glamour, the Rolls-Royces and the big houses in Malibu. Its about the humanity of the people that he stood for," said Neal L. Gossett, the actors cousin.
Gamers used social media to bid farewell to the actor and affirmed that his legacy will always live on in Valves important game. They also recognized his incredible career in film and television.
We at LEVEL UP mourn the passing of Louis Gossett Jr and wish the actor peace in his final resting place.
