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Angel star Andy Hallett dies of heart failure
Andy Hallett, who starred as Lorne ("the Host") on the TV series Angel, died of heart failure last night at age 33, his longtime agent and friend Pat Brady told E! Online.
Hallett, who was a fan favorite, died at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles after a five-year battle with heart disease, with his father Dave Hallett by his side, the site reported.
A Massachusetts native, Hallett appeared in more than 70 episodes of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer spinoff series between 2000 and 2004. The accomplished actor was also a musician and sang two songs ("Lady Marmalade" and "It's Not Easy Being Green") on the Angel: Live Fast, Die Never soundtrack, released in 2005.
Hallett's green demon character assisted Angel (David Boreanaz) and his team in the investigation of underworld mysteries while serving as the host and headliner at a demon bar.
Hallett had spent his post-Angel years working on his music career, playing shows around the country. He had been admitted to the hospital three or four times in the past few years for his heart condition, according to Brady.
A private funeral service will be held for family and close friends in Cape Cod, most likely over this weekend.
By Lexx-2 at 9:10 PM ON 03/30/09
That's so incredibly sad. He was a damn fine performer and his passing is a real loss.
By Jimmy at 9:11 PM ON 03/30/09
That's a shame. He was one of the best parts of Angel.
By darthbono at 9:18 PM ON 03/30/09
my condolences to his family and friends he was a funny guy and a great singer on angel he will be missed
By Becca at 9:20 PM ON 03/30/09
Thank you for the music, Andy.
By darthbono at 9:20 PM ON 03/30/09
my condolences to his family and friends he was a funny guy and a great singer on angel he will be missed
By Jaequi at 9:27 PM ON 03/30/09
You will be missed.
By tcode at 9:36 PM ON 03/30/09
You will be missed. You were great on Angel
By jgillee2002 at 10:29 PM ON 03/30/09
I've know Andy since 1993, when he was a freshman at Assumption College. He was an awesome person. This news is devastating!! He will be greatly missed!!!
By S.W. at 10:31 PM ON 03/30/09
R.I.P. my never met friend. You will be sorely missed.
By Syberwolf at 11:01 PM ON 03/30/09
I just started watching Angel like 3 weeks ago and really liked the character he portrayed...he did a great job...
By Maxxberry at 11:40 PM ON 03/30/09
Thank you for showing us some truly wonderful performances. We'll miss you, Andy.
By Mandy at 11:59 PM ON 03/30/09
That is very tragic. I had liked his character on Angel. He certainly had talent. I didn't realize he was only thirty three. That's pretty young to die from heart disease. Poor guy.
By Muldfeld at 12:18 AM ON 03/31/09
This is incredibly sad. I remember reading that Andy was sick and signed a "get well" e-card or something. I had no idea he had a sick heart. He was the only source of levity in Angels 2nd and 3rd seasons and I was very sad to see him take on a reduced presence in Season 5; when he did appear, he was wonderful to watch. I'm so sorry he suffered. He was very talented.
I'll miss him because, on "Angel", he made me laugh when he was playing a humorous role and made moved me when he was doing engaging drama.
I wish his father and the rest of his family the best.
By moxie at 2:06 AM ON 03/31/09
Oh, I am so saddened to read of Andy's death. I loved Lorne and I think it was because Andy's charm showed through the green.
My heart goes out to his family.
By IxianD at 4:04 AM ON 03/31/09
God bless and thankyou for entertaining us all. The good always die young. Farewell.
By Kevin J at 4:08 AM ON 03/31/09
I had no idea he was sick. I'm sorry to see him go. I hope he is a peace.
By Vanessa H at 4:39 AM ON 03/31/09
I am very saddened! Andy was really awesome on Angel, and kept me watching just for him!
Our condolences to his family and friends.
By SweetPuck at 7:13 AM ON 03/31/09
This is a terrible tragedy. He was so young. My thoughts are with his family and friends in this sad time.
By Alan at 7:51 AM ON 03/31/09
Such a sad thing to hear. He was very talented, and like others said, was one of the few sources of levity on such a darkly themed show. His delivery and style gave me more belly laughs than a lot of other comedic actors...he'll be sorely missed.
By dualedge at 8:51 AM ON 03/31/09
Briefly met him at DragonCon about 5 or 6 years ago. One of the nicest celebrity guests I've ever met at a convention. I'm very sad to hear this news. He was a very talented guy.
By sept172 at 9:11 AM ON 03/31/09
Such sad news. My condolences to the family. A truley talented person.
By Silverjaime at 9:45 AM ON 03/31/09
Such very sad news... I met Andy briefly in London at a con, and he was just a lovely kind talented man. He came on stage and sang for us because we asked, and he was brilliant! He was a great favourite on Angel with all of my family - the green man with the voice of gold will be sadly missed!
My thoughts are with his father and family.
By maverick at 9:58 AM ON 03/31/09
Terrible news. A true loss.
By cleverloaf at 10:36 AM ON 03/31/09
I had the pleasure of meeting Andy at dragoncon 2001 a month before my weddding. He gave me a signed photo addressed to me and my soon to be husband. We talked about his career and my upcoming wedding. My fiancee happened to call me on my cell as we talked Andy said is that the lucky guy I said yes he grabbed my cell and started talking to my fiancee. He was so thrilled to have been able to speak with Andy on the phone. Lorne is our favorite character on Angel. Andy will be greatly missed, our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Andy thanks for the pic and taking time to talk to joe and I, we had your picture on our table on our wedding day. You will be missed
By b_i_thomas at 10:45 AM ON 03/31/09
I'm very sorry to hear about Andy's passing. Like many others on here, I unfortunately had no idea he was even in poor health. This event would be tragic for anyone, but this seems even more so because of his young age (he was only two years older than me).
My condolences definitely go out to his family.
By News Review at 10:48 AM ON 03/31/09
Our deepest condolences to the family, friends and fans left behind by Mr. Hallett.. We have lost another asset in Hollywood.. We sincerely pray that he may rest in peace.. You will always remain in our hearts and memories..
By foziwriter at 10:51 AM ON 03/31/09
It is sad when someone that talented passes so young. My condolences to family, friends, and fans alike.
By snowpengiun at 10:58 AM ON 03/31/09
He gave a lot to us all in such a short time.Thanks Andy for the fun. You added a lot to "Angel" RIP
By Muldfeld at 3:00 PM ON 03/31/09
I absolutely loved the way he came up with names for Angel, and even started unconsciously imitating it, when I called a fellow male friend "Angelcakes." He definitely made an impression and had such an original charm.
By Avalon at 3:03 PM ON 03/31/09
i am devastated... Andy Hallett was my favorite on Angel. I always looked forward to Lorne's musical numbers. Andy was very talented and this is a horrible loss for all of us. My condolences to his family and friends.
By dnaswitcher at 3:57 PM ON 03/31/09
I'm crushed, so not fair.
All the strength to his family and next of kin!
And fans of course.
By clauclauclaudia at 5:45 PM ON 03/31/09
Oh, how very sad. My thoughts are with his friends and family. He was always a bright presence and a talented performer any time I saw him.
By Ikzilion at 6:39 PM ON 03/31/09
Great actor Rest in peace!
By Margflower Productions at 8:09 PM ON 03/31/09
your talent and personality will live on forever in Lorne. rest in peace
By lookn_4_stars at 9:30 PM ON 03/31/09
His rendition of "if I ruled the world" in the finale of Angel was stellar. We have lost a great talent. RIP, Andy.
By ALBEGAO at 1:27 AM ON 04/01/09
May God take his Soul and comfort his loved ones.
By ALBEGAO at 1:32 AM ON 04/01/09
May God take his soul.
By Mary at 2:04 AM ON 04/01/09
I am so saddened by the passing of Andy Hallett. My prayers are with his family and friends, May God Bless them all.
By Where's my Remote at 9:45 AM ON 04/01/09
This is very sad news. My condolences to his family and friends. He was a gift to us all and will be missed
By Scott Potter at 1:41 PM ON 04/01/09
As has been already stated above numerous times, I am truly saddened to read about Andy's passing. I, like so many others really enjoyed his character, and his singing voice. My condolences to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
By cj-tink at 7:34 AM ON 04/02/09
i'm so unbelievably sad right now! lorne was definately a fave of mine from angel.
Andy's passing is a monumental loss to the entertainment industry :(
RIP Andy. Always loved. Never forgotten.
By DG at 5:05 AM ON 04/04/09
Such sadness for our loss.. His emotional range & sheer talent was incredible, despite the make up & prosthetics during his run on Angel...it was amazing. People sometimes write-off film actors on genre shows, but he was incredible. He taught me things, as an actor, that I have transferred to the stage. Thank you, Andy. I will pray for you, and your family. You will be sorely missed. May God bless you.
By Amanda at 5:22 PM ON 04/04/09
I remember when I was lucky enough to see him at MotorCityBuffy con in 2006. He was the life of the party, laughing and constantly cracking jokes or telling us funny stories from his childhood. At that time he mentioned being in and out of the hospital like it was nothing and I knew he had a problem with his heart but had no diea it was serious until now. It's truly a shock to see such a talented and wonderful performer pass on at such a young age. He will be missed terribly both as a person and as the loveable green demon he played.
By kayway at 7:13 PM ON 04/06/09
he is the most unforgettable character of Angel, so sad to hear, my prayers go out to his family.
By tulona at 4:51 AM ON 04/07/09
rest in peace.
By angelfangirl at 8:49 PM ON 04/10/09
R.I.P. Andy I love you on Angel. You are a geniune soul.
So weird to see Lorne's obit and Wes's baby annoucement in the same issue of EW. I miss the show and I will miss Lorne.
By Angelcakes at 7:05 AM ON 05/02/09
RIP Andy, you always made me laugh and you'll be greatly missed. What a devastating loss. My heart goes out to Andy's family.
By angelcakes at 4:32 PM ON 05/03/09
REST IN PEACE ANDY,I AM VERY VERY SORRY ABOUT YOUR SON DAETH I BET HE WAS A WELL LOVED MAN I NEVER MEET HIM BUT WHEN HE WAS ON ANGEL HE MADE ME LAUGH LOTS AND LOTS HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED THIS GOS TO ANDY FAMILY& FIRENDS FROM YOUR BIGGSET FAN LEE
By Holly at 10:47 PM ON 05/10/09
My family & I are serious Angel fans and have been for a long time. I always watch the reruns and even record them so I can watch after work. We have watched from the first episode to the final episode at least three times.
Andy Hallet / Lorne was the most endearing character on the show. He was so very likable and it was the character Lorne that made me truly adore Andy Hallet. To hear about him passing away at such a young age of heart failure broke my heart. I don't remember who said it when Bernie Mac died but the same words come to mind now thinking of Andy / Lorne; "the world just got a lot sadder & heaven just became alot funnier". Andy / Lorne was a joy to watch. We will always be sad that we won't get the chance to watch him again.
The casting director who casted Andy / Lorne really did that show justice and in doing so did justice to the fans who got to watch and enjoy him. My condolences to his family & loved ones.
Sincerely,
Holly
By Stephanie Rose at 6:57 PM ON 06/06/09
omggg i did not even know he died ... this sooo soooo sadddd he was one of my favorite actors. rip andy you will forever be in all yur fans hearts ... im gunna misss yuhhh on tv and yur sweet voiceee :(
By Eve Black at 11:49 AM ON 07/01/09
Tell me about it!! My friend 'forgot' to tell me! I'm so sad, I loved the character and although I never met Andy, you can tell in interviews and from what other people say that he was an lovely, sweet person. I'm a believer in reincarnation so I know that he's out there somewhere bringing more joy to people. Blessed be, Andy.
By tommy at 3:15 PM ON 07/18/09
SAD TIMES, i just found out, great actor even better singer. R.I.P dude
By Tricks at 6:17 PM ON 10/01/09
Wow, so very young... He was really awesome. My condolences to the family and friends that have had such a gracious man taken from you too soon.
By angel at 7:51 PM ON 11/02/09
i can't believe he died.. such a great actor and even greater singer..my deep condolences to his family u must be very proud.
By bud guy at 11:44 PM ON 12/17/09
I just discovered Hallet after watching Angel: Season 2. Enjoyed everymoment he was onscreen. It's going to be both sad and a joy to watch him in Season 3.
Watch a tragic loss of a great performer and, from I read, a kind man.
"Come on guys, where's the love", Hallet as Lorne's head in "There's No Place Like Plrtz Glrb" :-D
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