James McCaffrey, Suits Actor, Dead At 65

Actor James McCaffrey has died at the age of 65, according to TMZ. McCaffrey had been suffering from a private cancer diagnosis. TMZ confirmed the news after actor Kevin Dillon eulogized McCaffrey on Instagram. "James McCaffrey we were lucky to have known you," wrote Dillon. "My best friend you will be missed." McCaffrey's representatives also released a public statement to celebrate his career highlights amid his tragic death. "One of Dick Wolf's proteges ("Swift Justice"), McCaffrey went on to a successful 35 year career in television and film," said the rep. "Trained at the Actor's Studio, he never lost his love for creating characters; however, his good looks often pushed him toward leading man roles."

McCaffrey worked in Hollywood across several decades, building his resume with projects including, "The Truth About Cats and Dogs," "Rescue Me," and more recently, "Suits," where he took on the role of Harvey Specter's father. However, he was also a voice actor most famous for supplying the voice of Detective Max Payne, one of the most popular video game characters in history. In 2021, McCaffrey thanked his fans for their support as he celebrated the game's 20th anniversary. "If it weren't for all you fans, by the tens of millions, it would never have become the media sensation that it did and continues to be," said McCaffrey. Now, McCaffrey's loyal video game fans are returning the favor one last time.

The video game community has banded together to honor James McCaffrey and his legacy on social media. "James McCaffrey the voice of Max Payne has passed away. Sad to hear this, he brought that character to life. RIP," tweeted one fan alongside screenshots of Max Payne. A second fan wrote, "Rest in peace to James McCaffrey. Your incredible performances will always be the best part of these games and the unforgettable characters you played. may you live on forever in these stories." Another fan tweeted, "RIP to one of the most legendary voice actors in the industry." Meanwhile, another fan vowed to play Max Payne to keep McCaffey's memory alive. "Oh man that sucks. In memory of him, I'm going to play Max Payne today," they tweeted.

Prior to his death, McCaffrey — who also voiced the role of Alex Casey in the "Alan Wake" franchise — had recently returned to "Alan Wake 2," which was released in October of 2023, per Game Informer. The Alan Wake 2 account on X, formerly known as Twitter, also released a statement in honor of McCaffrey. "We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of our beloved friend and collaborator James McCaffrey, the iconic voice of Max Payne and Alex Casey," they wrote. "His remarkable talent not only gave life to our characters but also left an enduring impact on our community. Our hearts go out to his family in this time of loss."