Actor Bill Cobbs, widely popular for his characters in “Night at the Museum,” “The Bodyguard,” “Air Bud” and more, has died.
He was 90 year old.
We are saddened to share the demise of Bill Cobbs,” his family said in a statement shared by his rep. “On Tuesday, June 25, Bill died peacefully at his home in California. A beloved partner, big brother, uncle, surrogate parent, godfather and friend, Bill not so far and happily celebrated his 90th birthday surrounded by cherished loved ones.”
“As a family we are comforted knowing Bill has discovered peace and eternal rest with his Heavenly Father,” the statement from his family continued. “We ask for your prayers and encouragement during this time.”
In an obituary shared by his rep, Susan Zachary of The Zachary Co., Cobbs is described as a “hugely talented actor and director.”
“He loved his craft, other actors, his family and friends and was extremely kind with his time, energy and support of emerging talent,” the obituary from The Zachary Co. read. “He was a revered icon to numerous — and deservedly so.”
Cobbs got his start in acting when he was 36. Earlier to acting, he served in the U.S. Air Force, worked at IBM and sold cars, as per to the obituary.
His 1st professional acting role was in “Ride a Black Horse” at the Negro Ensemble Company. He continued to star in small theater productions before landing his 1st tv character on Vegetable Soup, a New York public television educational series.