David Harris is an actor known for his role as Cochise. warriorsHe passed away on Friday, October 25. New York Times reported. He was 75 years old.

The film and TV actor died of cancer at his home in New York, his daughter Davina Harris confirmed.

First released in theaters in 1979 warriors It became a cult classic in the years that followed. In the action thriller based on Sol Yurick’s 1965 novel, Harris played a Coney Island gang member named Cochise who is sent to Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx as part of a mission tasked with breaking up gang territory in New York.

However, accused of murdering the leader of another gang, known for his teal beaded necklace, red bandana headband and feather accessories, Cochise and his Warrior friends are forced to defeat various rivals as they try to get back to Brooklyn.

Although it was a moderate box office hit at the time, it was mostly panned by critics.

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Nevertheless, warriors In the decades since, it has continued to find a place in the psyche of popular culture. Most frequently referenced in the following sections: Bob’s Burgers, Society And The Simpsons. Equal John Wick: Chapter 4 director Chad Stahelski told CBR Keanu Reeves said that he was greatly influenced by this while filming the action movie.

As a result, Harris, who continues her success with her roles on television, In the Heat of the Night, Hill Street Blues and several other TV series – she became known far and wide for her now iconic role in the 1979 film. “I was in Hong Kong, I was in the Philippines, I was in Tokyo,” Harris said in a 2019 interview. ADAMRadio. “I’ve done a lot of movies, but when I get off the plane people say, ‘That’s that guy over there.’ warriors.’ ”

do not follow warriorsHarris was also cast as Duane Spivey opposite Robert Redford. Brubaker (1980) as Private Smalls A Soldier’s Story (1984) as Raphael with Whoopi Goldberg and Sam Elliott Fatal Beauty (1987). He also played the role of Officer Donny Simmons in 17 episodes. NYBD Blue From 1993 to 2002.

Accordingly DiversityHarris is survived by his mother, Maude Marie Harris; his sister, Jeannette Harris-Zwerin; his two brothers, Arthur and Vincent Harris; and two grandchildren.