Renowned for his roles in The Bodyguard, Night at the Museum, and New Jack City, the actor has departed from the film industry.
Bill’s brother, Thomas G. Cobbs, a pastor, shared the unfortunate news on Facebook: ‘Bill passed away peacefully at his residence in California on June 25.’
Recently, Bill marked his 90th birthday surrounded by cherished family and friends. He was a dedicated partner, elder brother, uncle, surrogate parent, godfather, and a loyal friend.
We take solace in the belief that Bill has attained peace and everlasting rest with his Heavenly Father.
We kindly request your prayers and support during this period.
As reported by TMZ, the cause of Bill’s death remains uncertain. Earlier this month, Bill’s niece, Bethany Cobbs, posted an endearing photo of him with his family to commemorate his birthday.
With a smile gracing his face, the star was seated in a comfortable brown chair. Every action he took was for his own sake! Fans expressed their condolences and sent their best wishes to the actor’s family on X, formerly known as Twitter.
One individual remarked, ‘I never knew his name, yet he appeared in everything. Rest in peace.’
Another stated, ‘Mr. Bill Cobbs was a true gentleman, an iconic figure, and a man of immense talent.
The realms of television, film, and theater will forever feel his absence. May he rest in peace and power eternally.’
A third person expressed gratitude, saying, ‘Thank you, Mr. Bill Cobbs, for pursuing your dreams and sharing your extraordinary gifts.’
A fourth individual commented, ‘What an incredible actor.’ It is astonishing to consider the number of films Bill Cobbs participated in! His voice was remarkable. ‘I will miss him dearly,’ another person wrote. Bill Cobbs was born on June 16, 1934, in Cleveland, Ohio.
He served as a radar technician in the United States Air Force for eight years before embarking on his acting career.
At the age of 36, he moved to New York to pursue his dream of becoming an actor, where he took on leading roles in numerous plays during his time in the city.
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three, released in 1974, marked his debut as an actor.
He has contributed to various television series, including October Road, The Outer Limits, The Sopranos, Walker, Texas Ranger, CSI, Criminal Minds, The Drew Carey Show, and The Outer Limits.
His filmography includes notable films such as Oz the Great and Powerful, That Thing You Do!, The Hitter, Trading Places, The Color of Money, and The Ultimate Gift.
His most recent film, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., was released in 2022, while his final television series aired in 2020.
Throughout his illustrious career, Bill has appeared in over 100 films and television shows.
