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Jack Soo (born Goro Suzuki, October 28, 1917 – January 11, 1979) was an American actor and singer. He was best known for his role as Detective Nick Yemana on the television sitcom Barney Miller.
May 6, 2021 · Near the end of the show’s fourth year, Jack Soo was diagnosed with esophageal cancer and ended up missing the last five episodes of the 1977-1978 season. During his medical leave, actress Mari Gorman was brought in to help fill the void.
Actor: Barney Miller. A genial, laid back, slumber-eyed character player especially adept at the relaxed wisecrack or dry comment, Japanese-American actor Jack Soo was born in Oakland, California, in 1917, his real name being Goro Suzuki.
Actor: Barney Miller. A genial, laid back, slumber-eyed character player especially adept at the relaxed wisecrack or dry comment, Japanese-American actor Jack Soo was born in Oakland, California, in 1917, his real name being Goro Suzuki.
Remembering the great Jack Soo, who passed away 42 years ago today. Best remembered as Nick Yemana on #BarneyMiller, Soo's fellow co-stars reflected on his legacy and funniest moments with a...
Aug 24, 2020 · Jack Soo, who died in January 1979 from esophageal cancer, was an outstanding Hollywood actor. Before he rose to popularity, he worked as a stand-up performer in night clubs during the post World War II years.
Jan 13, 1979 · LOS ANGELES, Jan. 12 (UPI) — Jack Soo, who played Nick Yemana, the dourfaced, coffee‐making detective on the “Barney Miller” television comedy series, died of cancer Thursday at University ...
After earning rave reviews for his portrayal of Frankie Wing, Soo was elevated to the leading role of the nightclub owner and romantic lead Sammy Fong, and was chosen to play the same role in the film version of the musical, which was released in 1961.
Directed by Jeff Adachi, whose award-winning film The Slanted Screen premiered at SFIAAFF in 2006, You Don’t Know Jack reveals how Jack Soo’s work laid the groundwork for a new generation of Asian American actors and comedians.
A genial, laid back, slumber-eyed character player especially adept at the relaxed wisecrack or dry comment, Japanese-American actor Jack Soo was born in Oakland, California, in 1917, his real name being Goro Suzuki.
