Hollywood is mourning the loss of one of its most seasoned and respected actors. Harris Yulin, known for a career that spanned over six decades across stage and screen, has passed away at the age of 87.
Yulin died of cardiac arrest on Tuesday, June 10, in New York City, a representative confirmed. A memorial will be held at a later date to honor the acclaimed performer.
In a heartfelt family statement, Yulin was described as:
“Part of the vanguard of a generation who cared passionately about the craft of acting… His deep, lifelong dedication led to extraordinary, resonant performances that were a gift to audiences, the actors he worked with, and the art of acting itself.”
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A Legacy Etched in Film and Television History
Yulin’s career was vast and varied, but he was best known for memorable roles in iconic projectslike:
• Scarface (1983)
• Ghostbusters II (1989)
• Looking for Richard (1996)
• Ozark (2017–2022), where he earned a SAG Award nomination
• A guest role on Frasier that earned him a Primetime Emmy nomination in 1996
He also appeared in hit series such as Veep, The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and And Just Like That…, continuing to act well into his 80s.
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Final Days and Upcoming Work
Tragically, Yulin was actively working until his final days. According to his family, he was set to begin filming this week on the MGM+ series American Classic, alongside Kevin Kline, Laura Linney, and Jon Tenney, under the direction of Michael Hoffman.
“Harris was delighted to be working on this… and he went out swinging,” his family said.
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A Personal Life Rooted in Love and Nature
Beyond acting, Yulin was an avid birder and a lover of the sea. He was previously married to actress Gwen Welles until her passing in 1993, and also dated Faye Dunaway, his co-star from the 1971 Western Doc.
He is survived by:
• His wife Kristen Lowman
• Son-in-law Ted Mineo
• Nephew Martin Crane
• Godchildren Marco and Lara Greenberg
Yulin was predeceased by his daughter, actress Claire Lucido.
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A Respected Craftsman
From Broadway stages to prestige TV, Harris Yulin was the embodiment of what it meant to be a working actor—respected by peers, adored by fans, and admired by generations of artists.
His passing marks the end of a remarkable chapter in American acting history, but his body of work ensures that his legacy will endure.
