Robert LuPone was an actor who was nominated for a Tony Award for his performance as Zach in the original Broadway cast of “A Chorus Line.”
- Died: August 27, 2022 (Who else died on August 27?)
- Details of death: Died of pancreatic cancer at the age of 76.
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Acting career
The older brother of actress Patti LuPone, he began his stage career in the 1960s, debuting on Broadway in 1968’s “Sweet Potato.” LuPone originated the role of Zach, the director, in “A Chorus Line,” performing it in the show’s off-Broadway debut as well as in the original Broadway cast and the first U.S. tour. His stage career continued for many years, with notable roles in productions including “A View from the Bridge,” “True West,” and “A Thousand Clowns.” LuPone was the co-founder of the off-Broadway company MCC Theater. His first movie role was in “Jesus Christ Superstar,” playing James the Apostle; he went on to appear in movies including “The Doors” and “Dead Presidents.” On TV, LuPone had a recurring role on “The Sopranos” as Dr. Bruce Cusamano as well as recurring roles on “Ryan’s Hope,” “All My Children,” “Another World,” and “Loving.” He made appearances on TV shows including “Sex and the City,” “Ally McBeal,” “Gossip Girl,” and “Billions.”
Notable quote
“You have those moments … when the sphere of influence of theatre is beyond the composite parts and beyond even the audience’s understanding; it’s tribal; it’s ancient; it’s in our souls, and we carry it forever. That’s the place we touch every now and then, and it makes it all worthwhile.” —from a 2019 interview for Primary Stages
Tributes to Robert LuPone
Full obituary: The Hollywood Reporter
