The Big Lebowski star Jack Kehler dies aged 75 after complications of leukaemia

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Deadline.When he was 24 years old, he chose to embark on an acting career in theatre, having previously worked as a waiter, before being admitted into the Actors Studio in 1982.Ahead of his role in The Big Lebowski, his other acting credits included starring in movies such Year of the Dragon, The Last Boy Scout and Lethal Weapon 4.He also appeared in Pineapple Express, Men In Black II and Lost on Purpose, as well as being a regular on the TV series McKenna and in legal drama Murder One.More recently, he had a role in Love, Victor, the TV spin-off of the highly popular romantic comedy Love, Simon.In The Big Lebowski, Kehler played Marty, the landlord for the Dude, played by Jeff Bridges.RIP Jack Kehler, also known as The Dude’s landlord, among many other roles.

He was one of us. He got his rent on the 10th. Good night, sweet prince â¤ï¸ pic.twitter.com/3NdLzf6LDhDuring the film, he performs an unforgettable dance routine, combining genres such as mime and ballet.Kehler is survived by his wife, Shawna Casey, son Eddie, daughter-in-law, Mari-Anne; and grandson Liam.Actor Jeff Daniel Phillips tweeted a tribute to the late actor, writing: ‘With a heavy heart I say goodbye to my dear talented friend #JackKehler who passed after a battle with Leukemia.‘A consummate pro & dedicated artist (& later father) who gave everything to all his roles on screen & stage.

I’ll miss his infectious laugh the most. Rest easy Jack.’Nick Cave's son Jethro dies aged 31 seven years after son Arthur's deathDennis Waterman's New Tricks co-star Amanda Redman unable to speak about his deathMinder and New Tricks star Dennis Waterman dies aged 74‘RIP Jack Kehler.