Celebrated for his performances in The Bodyguard, Night at the Museum, and New Jack City, the actor has left the film industry. Bill’s brother, Thomas G. Cobbs, a clergyman, announced the sad news on Facebook: ‘Bill passed away peacefully at his home in California on June 25.’
Recently, Bill celebrated his 90th birthday in the company of beloved family and friends. He was a devoted partner, elder brother, uncle, surrogate parent, godfather, and a steadfast friend. We find comfort in the belief that Bill has found peace and eternal rest with his Heavenly Father.
We humbly ask for your prayers and support during this challenging time. According to TMZ, the circumstances surrounding Bill’s passing remain unclear. Earlier this month, Bill’s niece, Bethany Cobbs, posted a touching photograph of him with his family to honor his birthday, depicting him smiling while seated in a comfortable brown chair.
His every endeavor was devoted to his loved ones. Fans conveyed their condolences and support for the actor’s family on X, previously known as Twitter. One individual noted, ‘I never knew his name, yet he was a familiar presence in everything. Rest in peace.’ Another remarked, ‘Mr. Bill Cobbs was a true gentleman, an iconic figure, and a man of great talent.’
The fields of television, film, and theater will undoubtedly feel his absence. May he rest in peace and power eternally. ‘Thank you, Mr. Bill Cobbs, for following your dreams and sharing your remarkable talents,’ another individual expressed.
One individual remarked, ‘What an exceptional actor.’ It is truly remarkable how many films Bill Cobbs was involved in! His voice was extraordinary. Another person expressed, ‘I will greatly miss him.’ BILL’S BACKGROUND Bill Cobbs was born on June 16, 1934, in Cleveland, Ohio. He dedicated eight years of service as a radar technician in the United States Air Force before beginning his acting career.
At the age of 36, he moved to New York to pursue acting, where he assumed leading roles in various theatrical productions.
His first film appearance was in The Taking of Pelham One Two Three, which premiered in 1974. He has been featured in numerous television series, such as October Road, The Outer Limits, The Sopranos, Walker, Texas Ranger, CSI, Criminal Minds, The Drew Carey Show, and The Outer Limits. His film credits include significant works like Oz the Great and Powerful, That Thing You Do!, The Hitter, Trading Places, The Color of Money, and The Ultimate Gift. His latest film, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., was released in 2022, while his last television series concluded in 2020. Over the course of his distinguished career, Bill has been involved in more than 100 films and television productions.
