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Halloween Actor Beau Starr Dies at 81: NFL Past and Hollywood Career

Beau Starr, the actor known for his role in the 'Halloween' franchise and 'Goodfellas,' has died at 81. His brother confirmed he passed away on April 24 in Vancouver from natural causes. Starr had a diverse career, first playing professional football for the New York Jets and Canadian teams before transitioning to acting. He appeared in numerous TV shows and films, including playing Sheriff Ben Meeker in two 'Halloween' sequels.

Key Points: Beau Starr, 'Halloween' Actor, Dies at 81

  • Beau Starr died at 81 in Vancouver of natural causes
  • He played Sheriff Ben Meeker in 'Halloween 4' and 'Halloween 5'
  • Starr was a former NFL/CFL player for the New York Jets and Montreal Alouettes
  • He appeared in 'Goodfellas' as Henry Hill's father
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'Halloween' actor Beau Starr passes away at 81

Beau Starr, known for 'Halloween 4' and 'Goodfellas,' passed away at 81. The former NFL player's brother confirmed his death in Vancouver.

"He enjoyed a rich and meaningful life. He was a son, brother, father, grandfather, actor and NFL/CFL player. - Christopher Serrone"

Los Angeles, May 3

Hollywood actor Beau Starr, best known for the 'Halloween' franchise, has passed away at 81.

According to TMZ, the actor died on April 24 in Vancouver of natural causes, his brother confirmed.

Beau Starr was initially a professional football player for the New York Jets, the Montreal Alouettes, and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats before delving into the entertainment industry.

In 1980, he featured in a play at the American Theatre of Actors, further earning his first television credit in 1979 on 'Bizarre'.

Moving forward, Starr worked in both TV and film, appearing in a 1983 episode of 'Three's Company', Steve Martin's comedy 'The Lonely Guy', 'The A-Team', 'The Fall Guy', 'Fletch', and an episode of 'Highway to Heaven'.

Starr also joined the 'Halloween' film universe with 1988's 'Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers', where he portrayed the character of Sheriff Ben Meeker. He returned for the franchise's fifth entry, 'Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers'.

In 1990, he also acted in 'Goodfellas', seen as father to Ray Liotta's character, Henry Hill.

Actor Christopher Serrone, who played the younger version of Henry in the Oscar-winning film, penned a tribute on Instagram.

"It is with a heavy heart I'm here to inform everyone of the very sad passing of Beau Starr. Mike Starr asked me to make the announcement. Beau enjoyed a rich and meaningful life. He was a son, brother, father, grandfather, actor and NFL/CFL player. Please take a moment to help me remember a great guy. RIP," he wrote, as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter.

In a plethora of other projects, Starr appeared in the NBC crime drama series 'True Blue', '2000 Malibu Road', 'Bad Blood', 'Speed', 'NYPD Blue', 'Leap Years', 'Doc', 'Final Days on Planet Earth', and 'Psych'.

- ANI

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Priya S
Never knew he played football first! What a diverse life - from NFL to Hollywood. That's some transition. Goodfellas is a masterpiece and his small role added to it. May his soul rest in peace. 🌹
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Michael C
Another legend from the Halloween franchise gone. He brought a lot of gravitas to the sheriff role in those late 80s sequels. RIP Beau. Thanks for the memories.
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Rohit P
The fact that he played Henry Hill's father in Goodfellas is something many might not know. That movie is timeless. Also, Three's Company and The A-Team - proper 80s nostalgia. Sad news but what a life well lived!
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Sarah B
Condolences to his brother Mike Starr and family. The Starr brothers have contributed a lot to cinema. Beau may not have been a household name but his work in Halloween and Goodfellas will be remembered by film buffs forever. 🕊️
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Vikram M
I must admit I didn't know much about Beau Starr before this news. But reading about his journey from professional sports to acting is truly inspiring. He had a fascinating career spanning decades. Om Shanti. 🙏
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James A
A true character actor who elevated every scene he was in. From Halloween 4 to Speed,

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