Robert Morse, Tony-winning actor, dead at 90
foxnews.comTony-winning actor Robert Morse has died. He was 90. Morse "died peacefully at home" on Wednesday after a short illness, David Shaul of BRS/Gage Talent Agency said in a statement to Fox News Digital on Thursday.
A cause of death has yet to be announced. Morse secured a Tony Award as a hilariously brash corporate climber in "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and a second one a generation later as the brilliant, troubled Truman Capote in "Tru." More recently, Morse played the eccentric leader of an advertising agency in "Mad Men," AMC's hit drama that debuted in 2007.The role earned him an Emmy nomination in 2008 as best guest actor in a drama series.
Robert Morse died peacefully at home on Wednesday, his talent agent confirmed tto Fox News Digital. He was 90. ( Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File) Morse first made his name on Broadway in the 1950s, and landed some roles in Hollywood comedies in the 1960s. "I consider myself an actor — shyly," he told the Los Angeles Times in 1964. "I love acting.
It’s a great use of body and mind... With all humility, you hope that you are doing something worthwhile." "He radiated a wicked joy; it was impossible to watch him without instantly sharing his giddy delight," wrote playwright Paul Rudnick.
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