Trending Now - Beau Starr, Actor From 'goodfellas' and 'halloween', Passes Away at 81
WHO:
The Hollywood Reporter - Beau Starr was a professional football player for the New York Jets, the Montreal Alouettes, and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats before his acting career.
The Hollywood Reporter - Christopher Serrone, who portrayed the younger version of Henry in "Goodfellas," penned a tribute on Instagram in honor of Beau Starr.
NY Post - Beau Starr is also known for his role in the Canadian TV series "Due South."
Deadline - Beau Starr, actor known for roles in "Goodfellas" and multiple "Halloween" films.
TMZ - Mike Starr, Beau's younger brother and also an actor.
WHAT:
The Hollywood Reporter - Beau Starr starred in a play at the American Theater of Actors in 1980 and earned his first television credit in 1979 on "Bizarre."
The Hollywood Reporter - Beau Starr appeared in a plethora of other projects, including "True Blue," "2000 Malibu Road," "Bad Blood," "Speed," "NYPD Blue," "Leap Years," "Doc," "Final Days on Planet Earth," and "Psych."
Variety - Beau Starr played Sheriff Ben Meeker in "Halloween 4" and "Halloween 5."
Deadline - Beau Starr has died at the age of 81.
TMZ - Beau passed away on Friday, April 24.
WHERE:
Deadline - Beau Starr died in Vancouver, Canada.
TMZ - The announcement of his death was made by Mike Starr.
WHEN:
TMZ - Beau Starr was born on September 1, 1944.
WHY:
Deadline - Beau died peacefully of natural causes.
HOW:
The Hollywood Reporter - Mike Starr described Beau as "a son, brother, father, grandfather, actor and NFL/CFL player."
Sportskeeda - Beau Starr died in his sleep.
Deadline - Mike Starr described Beau as "very unique and special."
(UPDATED May 3, 2026 13:16 UTC)
Beau Starr, who played professional football for teams like the New York Jets and the Montreal Alouettes before transitioning to acting, has passed away, prompting a heartfelt tribute from Christopher Serrone, known for his role in "Goodfellas." Starr's career spanned decades, with notable appearances in various projects such as "True Blue," "NYPD Blue," and "Psych," alongside earning his first television credit in 1979. Mike Starr remembered Beau as "a son, brother, father, grandfather, actor and NFL/CFL player," highlighting the many roles he embraced throughout his life.
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(UPDATED May 3, 2026 07:33 UTC)
Beau Starr has passed away in his sleep, according to a report from Sportskeeda. The news has come as a shock to many in the sports community, as Starr was a beloved figure. Tributes are expected to pour in as fans and colleagues remember his contributions to the field.
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(UPDATED May 3, 2026 01:25 UTC)
Beau Starr, known for his role in the Canadian TV series "Due South," has also made a mark in the horror genre. He portrayed Sheriff Ben Meeker in both "Halloween 4" and "Halloween 5," showcasing his versatility as an actor. Fans of his work can look forward to more of his performances in upcoming projects.
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(UPDATED May 2, 2026 23:10 UTC)
Beau Starr, the actor celebrated for his roles in "Goodfellas" and several "Halloween" films, has passed away at the age of 81 in Vancouver, Canada. His younger brother, Mike Starr, shared the news, describing Beau as "very unique and special," and confirmed that he died peacefully of natural causes. Beau was born on September 1, 1944, and his contributions to film will be remembered by many.