Coverage dated December 1, 2022

Brad William Henke, 'Orange Is the New Black' actor and ex-NFL player, dies at 56

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Brad William Henke, a former NFL player and veteran character actor known for his work on "Orange Is the New Black," has died at age 56.

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Madison
Brad William Henke, 'Orange Is the New Black' actor and ex-NFL player, dies at 56 (opens Madison)
Published Dec 1, 2022
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Brad William Henke, a former NFL player and veteran character actor known for his work on "Orange Is the New Black," has died at age 56.
WNEP
NFL pro turned actor Brad William Henke dead at 56 (opens WNEP)
Published Dec 1, 2022
WNEP's feed description
Henke had dozens of on-screen credits, but is arguably most well-known as a major antagonist on "Orange is the New Black."
The Daily Caller
‘Orange Is The New Black’ Star Brad William Henke Dead At 56 (opens The Daily Caller)
Published Dec 1, 2022
The Daily Caller's feed description
Former NFL player turned actor Brad William Henke died in his sleep Tuesday.
FOX 35 Orlando
Brad William Henke, former NFL player, actor in ‘Orange is the New Black,’ dies at 56: reports (opens FOX 35 Orlando)
Published Dec 1, 2022
FOX 35 Orlando's feed description
The former NFL player and actor died in his sleep, according to multiple reports.
ABC 10 Sacramento
Brad William Henke, 'Orange is the New Black' actor, dead at 56 (opens ABC 10 Sacramento)
Published Dec 1, 2022
ABC 10 Sacramento's feed description
Henke had dozens of on-screen credits, but is arguably most well-known as a major antagonist on "Orange is the New Black."
NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
Brad William Henke, of 'Orange Is the New Black,' Dies at 56 (opens NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)
Published Dec 1, 2022
NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth's feed description
Football player turned actor Brad William Henke has passed away. The “Orange Is the New Black” actor died in his sleep Nov. 29, his agent told E! News.
Los Angeles Times
Brad William Henke, football player turned 'Orange Is the New Black' star, dies at 56 (opens Los Angeles Times)
Published Dec 1, 2022
Los Angeles Times's feed description
Brad William Henke, who played for the Denver Broncos before transitioning to acting, died Tuesday at age 56.
Miami County Republic
Brad William Henke dead at 56 (opens Miami County Republic)
Published Dec 1, 2022
Miami County Republic's feed description
'Orange Is the New Black' actor Brad William Henke has died at the age of 56.
New York Times
Brad William Henke, N.F.L. Player Who Turned to Acting, Dies at 56 (opens New York Times)
Published Dec 1, 2022
New York Times's feed description
A defensive lineman who played for the Denver Broncos, he later appeared in “Orange Is the New Black,” “Dexter” and “Lost.”
Washington Examiner
Orange is the New Black actor Brad William Henke dead at 56 (opens Washington Examiner)
Published Dec 1, 2022
Washington Examiner's feed description
Actor Brad William Henke died in his sleep at the age of 56.
CBS News
Brad William Henke, ''Orange Is the New Black'' actor, dead at 56 (opens CBS News)
Published Dec 1, 2022
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"Brad Henke was an incredibly kind man of joyous energy. A very talented actor, he loved being a part of this community....
CBS News
Brad William Henke, actor known for "Orange Is the New Black," dies at 56 (opens CBS News)
Published Dec 1, 2022
CBS News's feed description
Henke was a professional football player prior to becoming an actor, playing for the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXIV.

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