Dennis Farina Dead: ‘Law & Order’ Star Dies At 69

The actor passed away in Scottsdale, Ariz., after suffering from a blood clot in his lung, the AP reports. Dennis was 69 years old.

Before he played a detective on the hit crime show, Dennis served as a Chicago police officer for 18 years.

Dennis is survived by his three sons, six grandchildren, and longtime partner Marianne Cahill. Our thoughts go out to Dennis’ family during this hard time.