Art Evans, best known for playing Leslie Barnes in the film. Die Hard 2already dead. He is 82 years old.
A representative told Evans that Evans “passed away peacefully in his sleep” on December 21 surrounded by his family. The Hollywood Reporter.
“We are saddened to announce Art’s passing,” said his wife, Babe Evans. “Please respect our privacy at this time. A memorial service will be held at a later date for friends and family to attend. Thank you.
Leslie Barnes, played by Ivins, is an air traffic control tower employee who helps John McClane, played by Bruce Willis, stop terrorists. Apart from Die Hard The actor also starred in the 1984 film alongside Denzel Washington and Adolph Caesar in the second installment a soldier’s story as Private James Wilkie.
During his career, Evans accumulated more than 120 credits. On the big screen, Ivins has also appeared in the following films: Christine, “Big Time,” “The New Blood,” “National Lampoon’s Homecoming,” “Fright Night,” “School,” “Bitter Harvest,” “Tales from the Hood” and subway. In 1983 Christinehe played the first victim of the evil eponymous car, which became his first appearing role.
On television, Evans often appears in MASH, Hill Street Blues, Monk, The X-Files, Family Matters and different worldin which he plays Mr. Johnson, the father of Ron Johnson (Daryl M. Bell).
Recently, Evans appeared in Anderson Cross 2010 and last person standing In 2011, he appeared in Real Husbands of Hollywood.
Art Evans was born on March 27, 1942 in Berkeley, California. His 40-year acting career began in his home city at Frank Silvera’s Theater of Being, where he starred in ” amen corner. The play transferred to Broadway in 1965.
In addition to his wife, Evans leaves behind a son, Ogadae. He was preceded in death by son Sage in 2016.
