Dearon “Deezer D” Thompson, best known for his role in the old medical drama “ER”, died. He was 55 years old.
Thompson’s death was confirmed to TMZ by his brother, Marshawn, who conveyed his family’s belief that he died of a heart attack. The official cause of death has not yet been released.
The vehicle reports that Thompson was found unanswered at his Los Angeles home on Thursday. He notes that he already had surgery on his heart in 2009 to replace an aorta and repair a leaking heart valve.
Thompson, who was commonly known by his nickname “Deezer D”, appeared on the “ER” from 1994 until 2009, playing the role of nurse Malik McGrath. He would have appeared in nearly 200 episodes of the hit medical series.
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Deezer D as nurse Malik McGrath in a 1995 episode of ‘ER’. The actor died at 55 on Thursday, his family confirmed.
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The actor also appeared in the films “Fear of a Black Hat” and “CB4” in 1993, “Bringing Down the House” in 2003 and “Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion” in 2009. According to reports, the actor was also known in hip -hop underground and in Christian communities, previously featuring a Christian radio show in Los Angeles. Most recently, he also worked as a fitness trainer, according to reports.
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His “ER” co-star Terry Wilkerson reacted to his death on Thursday, writing on Twitter: “I had the pleasure of working with Deezer D on ER One of the kindest and kindest souls ever. Even before of Diversity becoming popular, he was successful in one of the biggest programs on the network. Prayers for his family. Rest assured, my brother. “
Former “Happy Days” student Scott Baio said he recently worked with the deceased actor on a film.
“I am sad to hear of the sudden death of my friend Deezer. He was a devout Christian. I just had the privilege of working with #DeezerDThompson in a @PureFlix film. #CourtingMomAndDad. Sending my prayers and condolences to his family. Especially his son. “wrote Baio.
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Producer Neal Baer also paid tribute to Thompson on Twitter, calling him “a sweet, gentle and wonderful man to work for in the ER”.