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In a weekend that took many from the entertainment world, another person has passed away: James B. Sikking, best known for his seven season run on TV’s “Hill Street Blues.”
deadline The square-jawed actor, who was 90 years old, reportedly died on Saturday at his Los Angeles home after a battle with dementia.
His agent, Cynthia Snyder, told the outlet: “During his incredible career, Mr. Sicking’s brilliant and evocative facial expressions gave us drama, comedy, tragedy and hilarious farce – a career that spanned more than 60 years on television, film and stage.”
She continued: “His talent, honesty and imagination captivated and delighted audiences.”
Born March 5, 1934 in Los Angeles, Sicking was best known for his appearances in such television shows as “Perry Mason” (1961) and “Combat!” (1962). (1963), The Outer Limits (1963 & 1964), Honey West (1965), The Fugitive (1964-1966), Gomer Pyle: USMC (1967), Hogan’s Heroes (1968-1970), The Bob Newhart Show (1972), The Rookies (1972-1973), Columbo (1974), Charlie’s Angels (1977-1979), the miniseries Dress Grey (1986), and about 100 episodes of Dr. Doogie Howser (1989-1993), in which he played the father of Neil Patrick Harris’ character.
He subsequently appeared in numerous shows, including a regular role on “Brooklyn South” (1997-1998), two appearances on “Curb Your Enthusiasm” (2004), and his final television appearance on “The Closer” in 2012.
He was no stranger to the movies, making his debut uncredited in the mid-1950s and appearing in films such as “Ryan Express” (1965) with Frank Sinatra, “Charlo!” (1969) with Elvis Presley, “Scorpio” (1973), “Star Trek III: The Search for Spock” (1984), “The Pelican Brief” (1993) and “Made of Honor” (2008).
Sicking was also an accomplished stage actor.
He is survived by his wife, two children and four grandchildren.