Charles Cyphers, known for his role in the horror film Halloween, has passed away at the age of 85.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of beloved actor Charles Cyphers at the age of 85. Cyphers, best known for his role in the iconic Halloween franchise, first graced the big screen in 1978 as Sheriff Leigh Brackett. He would go on to reprise this role in both the 1981 sequel Halloween II and the recently released 2021 film Halloween Kills.

Sadly, it has been confirmed that Cyphers passed away after a brief illness. His manager shared the news with Variety, stating, "Charles was a lovable and sensitive man. He always had the best stories, and you got a full performance while he told you. He was a close friend and client for many years and will be dearly missed."

Before his breakout role in Halloween, Cyphers had worked with director John Carpenter on the 1976 action film Assault on Precinct 13, where he played the role of Starker, a police officer. He would later reunite with Carpenter for The Fog in 1980 and Escape From New York in 1981.

His co-star from Halloween, The Fog, and Assault on Precinct 13, Nancy Kyes, expressed her sadness at the news, saying, "My friend of many years, he could always be relied on for a kind word, a good laugh, and a great story. How he will be missed."

Born in Niagara Falls, New York in 1939, Cyphers had a passion for acting from a young age. He studied at the prestigious American Academy of Dramatic Arts and later received his BA in theatre arts from California State University, Los Angeles.

In addition to his memorable roles in the Halloween franchise, Cyphers also appeared in numerous television series, including Barnaby Jones, The Six Million Dollar Man, The Bionic Woman, Charlie's Angels, Roots, Wonder Woman, The Betty White Show, Starsky and Hutch, and ER. He also had a successful film career, with credits including Truck Turner, The Onion Field, Borderline, and Major League.

Our thoughts are with Cyphers' loved ones and all those who had the pleasure of working with him. He will always be remembered for his talent, his kindness, and his infectious laughter. If you have a fond memory or story to share about Charles Cyphers, please reach out to our entertainment team. We would love to hear from you.

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