Gregory Itzin, Character Actor Who Played Villainous President on ‘24,’ Dies at 74
Gregory Itzin, a character actor who played a Nixonian president on “24,”
died Friday due to complications during an emergency surgery.
His death was announced on social media by Jon Cassar, a director and producer on the show.
A spokesperson for the actor later confirmed the news.
“He was one of the most talented actors I had the honor to work with, but
more than that he was an all around great guy,” Cassar tweeted.
“He’ll be missed by his ’24’ family who had nothing but love & respect for him.
You made your mark, now Rest In Peace friend.”
Itzin was nominated for two Emmys for his work as the treacherous President Charles Logan on “24,”