As a die-hard fan of horror classics, I can’t help but feel a profound sense of melancholy hearing about the passing of Charles Cyphers, a true icon of the genre. Born and bred in Niagara Falls, he embarked on an acting journey that spanned over four decades, gracing our screens with his presence in films, television shows, and theater productions alike.
85-year-old Charles Cyphers, who served in the U.S. Navy and portrayed Haddonfield Sheriff Leigh Brackett in John Carpenter’s iconic slasher movie Halloween (1978), has sadly passed away in Tucson, Arizona after a short illness.
Hailing from Niagara Falls, New York, Cyphers began his career in acting at the age of 21, but didn’t secure his first paid role until he was 31. Over the next nearly five decades, he graced various stages in films, TV shows, and plays with numerous roles. In a 2022 interview with Slime House, he shared this insight.
Apart from his appearances in the “Halloween” series, where he returned on two occasions, as well as numerous films directed by Carpenter, his genre credentials are also established through roles in “Freddy’s Nightmares,” “SeaQuest 2032,” “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” and “Sliders.”
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According to a statement given to Variety by his manager, Chris Roe, Charles was an affectionate and perceptive individual. He was known for sharing captivating tales, and his storytelling was always engaging and heartfelt. Over the years, he built strong friendships and maintained client relationships, and his departure will be deeply felt.
In the movies “Halloween II” from 1980 and “Halloween Kills” in 2021, Cypher took on the role of Sheriff Brackett – the character who originally spoke the iconic line, “Everyone’s allowed one good scare.” Regrettably, his last performance on screen was in the latter film.
In an incredibly rare occurrence for someone after a span of 40 years, I was asked to return in a film, something hardly ever heard of. Typically, people wouldn’t be around for that, but luckily, I am still alive. Thus, they invited me back, and it was delightful to revisit the experience and get paid for it. Overall, I had a great time doing it all over again.
It is with sadness that I announce the passing of Charles Cyphers. He was not only an early and regular collaborator on my initial films, but also a dear friend. His kindness will be deeply missed.
— John Carpenter (@TheHorrorMaster) August 6, 2024
The carpenter expressed his grief over the actor’s demise on X (previously Twitter), saying: “He was a frequent collaborator on my early films, a kind individual, and a friend. I will surely miss him.” They worked together on numerous productions past Halloween, such as Assault on Precinct 13, available now on Peacock, Elvis, The Fog, and Escape from New York.
As a gamer putting down my controller for a moment, I’m deeply saddened to hear about the loss of my longtime gaming buddy, Chuck. He was someone you could count on for a supportive word, hearty laughter, and captivating tales. His absence will truly be felt.
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2024-08-07 20:16