Remembering Harris Yulin: A Master of Stage and Screen Passes at 88
Today, we take a moment to remember a true titan of character acting, Harris Yulin, who passed away on June 10 at the age of 88 due to cardiac arrest in New York City. Though his name may not have always been above the title, his face, voice, and presence were unforgettable—etched into the memories of anyone who’s ever appreciated the craft of a seasoned performer.
Yulin’s career stretched across more than six decades, encompassing over 100 film and television credits, numerous Broadway performances, and acclaimed directorial work. You might remember him best as the crooked detective in Scarface , a ruthless judge in Ghostbusters II , or from his Emmy-nominated role as Jerome Belasco in Frasier . He was that kind of actor—the one whose performance stayed with you, no matter how big or small the role.
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Born in Los Angeles, Yulin made his stage debut back in 1963, but it wasn’t until 1980 that he made his mark on Broadway with Watch on the Rhine . From there, his stage work only deepened, with powerful turns in The Diary of Anne Frank , The Price , and Hedda Gabler . He also directed numerous productions, including The Glass Menagerie and The Trip to Bountiful , even winning a Lucille Lortel Award for his behind-the-scenes brilliance.
On the screen, Yulin was a chameleon. Whether portraying government officials in Clear and Present Danger , playing against type in comedies like Multiplicity , or appearing in gritty dramas such as Training Day , he brought depth and integrity to every role. He had memorable runs on shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer , Star Trek: Deep Space Nine , Ozark , and Billions . Even near the end of his life, he remained professionally active—preparing to star in American Classic alongside Kevin Kline and Laura Linney, directed by longtime collaborator Michael Hoffman.
Hoffman spoke movingly of Yulin, calling him “one of the greatest artists” he’d ever worked with. He praised Yulin’s unique balance of technical precision and emotional spontaneity—qualities that made his performances feel immediate, alive, and utterly genuine. And it wasn’t just in his work—Yulin was known as a generous and humble man, qualities that echoed in his artistry and relationships.
Fans have taken to social media to share tributes, remembering him in standout performances across decades of film and television. Whether it was DS9 , Frasier , or a Broadway stage, Yulin never failed to leave his mark.
Harris Yulin is survived by his wife Kristen Lowman, his extended family, and generations of peers, students, and audiences who admired him. He was predeceased by his daughter, actress Claire Lucido.
His legacy isn’t just in the credits he accumulated—it’s in the countless moments he made real, the characters he gave life to, and the people he inspired, both in the audience and behind the curtain. Rest in peace, Harris Yulin. You were one of the greats.
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