Though you may not recognize the name Edward Herrman, you’re almost certainly familiar with his work. In addition to his nine seasons on the cast of Gilmore Girls , Herrman appeared in over 100 films during a storied career that spanned five decades. Richard Gilmore – Lorelai’s father and Rory’s Yale benefactor – may be Herrman’s stand-out role for younger generations, but movie and TV fans of all ages are likely to recognize from one small but memorable part or another. Herrman most often played blue-blooded stuffed shirts, but was routinely described as a warm, jovial man by friends and colleagues. His late-career parts ranged from Jason Segel and Alyson Hannigan’s cantakerous minister on How I Met Your Mother to the voice of Stratton-Oakmont in 2013’s The Wolf of Wall Street. Herrman was reportedly battling brain cancer and had spent the past several weeks in intensive care. He leaves behind a wife and three children. While he may not have been a household name during his career, Herrman became a worldwide trending topic within minutes of when news of his death went public. It’s a fitting final tribute for a man who never received top billing, but often stole the show. Watch Gilmore Girls online to enjoy what may prove to be Edward Herrman’s most enduring performance. Gilmore Girls Cast: Then and Now 1. Gilmore Girls Cast Take a look at the cast of Gilmore Girls, a well-loved show set in the fictional town of Stars Hollow.
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Edward Herrman Dies: Gilmore Girls Star Was 71
