The Sopranos star Jerry Adler‘s recent death has sent shockwaves across the entertainment industry. He was a prominent actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows across various genres.

Jerry Adler, who spent decades behind-the-scenes of storied Broadway productions before pivoting to acting in his 60s, has died at 96.

Adler’s long stage career gave way to memorable TV turns, most notably as Herman 'Hesh' Rabkin on 'The Sopranos' and Howard Lyman on 'The Good Wife.'