James McCaffrey, an American actor best known for voicing the video game character Max Payne, has died, per TMZ sources.
He passed at the age of 65 on Sunday after a battle with cancer, according to the news source.
The star was reportedly diagnosed with multiple myeloma.
‘One of Dick Wolf’s proteges (Swift Justice), McCaffrey went on to a successful 35 year career in television and film,’ a rep told TMZ. ‘Trained at the Actor’s Studio, he never lost his love for creating characters; however, his good looks often pushed him toward leading man roles.’
Actor Kevin Dillon took to his Instagram to pay his respects, writing, ‘James McCaffrey we were lucky to have known you. my best friend you will be missed.’
James McCaffrey, an American actor best known for voicing the video game character Max Payne, has died; seen in 2012
McCaffrey gained recognition for his versatile performances across various media, but his significant impact lies in the realm of video games.
McCaffrey is widely celebrated for his iconic portrayal of Max Payne, the titular character in the acclaimed video game series.
His gritty and emotional delivery brought Max Payne to life, earning him praise for capturing the character’s noir sensibilities.
Apart from Max Payne, McCaffrey has lent his voice to numerous other video game characters, showcasing his ability to convey depth and authenticity in virtual storytelling.
His contributions to the gaming industry underscore his status as a respected and influential voice actor.
