RIP: Mike Nussbaum
Mike Nussbaum died yesterday just six days short of his 100th birthday. Mr. Nussbaum was a stage, television and feature film actor.
After serving in World War II, Mike Nussbaum went into the extermination business with his brother-in-law. Mr. Nussbaum became involved in community theater in the 1950s. He met and became friends with David Mamet in the 1960s and appeared in many of Mamet’s plays both on and off Broadway. Mike Nussbaum also begin to act in television commercials. In 1969, Mr. Nussbaum got his first feature film role in The Monitors. For the rest of his career, Mike Nussbaum acted on stage, television and in feature films, as well as sometimes directing theater productions.
Some of Mike Nussbaum’s television appearances include: Vital Signs; Spenser for Hire; The Equalizer; 227; L.A. Law; Separate But Equal (2 episodes); Brooklyn Bridge (2 episodes); Frasier; The Commish (3 episodes); and The X-Files.
Some of Mike Nussbaum’s feature film appearances include: The Monitors; T.R. Baskin; Harry and Tonto; House of Games; Fatal Attraction; Things Change; Field of Dreams; Desperate Hours; Gladiator (92) and Men in Black.
It’s interesting that Mike Nussbaum wasn’t hit with the acting bug until he was in his thirties. Once bitten, he never looked back, acting well into his 90s. I wish everyone could discover their passion and pursue it like Mr. Nussbaum.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mike Nussbaum’s family, friends and fans.
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Mike Nussbaum. His contributions to the world of film and acting are truly unparalleled. His passion for acting, which he discovered later in life, serves as an inspiration to many. May his legacy live on through the countless lives he touched with his talent and dedication. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Well said. Thank you for your thoughts.