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Jerry Adler, Broadway veteran and Sopranos actor, dies at 96

Jerry Adler, who spent decades behind the scenes of storied Broadway productions before pivoting to acting in his 60s, has died aged 96. He passed peacefully in his sleep in New York, with no immediate cause given.

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Adler’s late‑career switch from stage management to memorable character roles shows how craft can blossom at any age.

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His Broadway backstage experience likely gave him a rare grasp of timing and ensemble work that enriched his screen performances.

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The Guardian ↗Jerry Adler, actor in The Sopranos and The Good Wife, dies aged 96