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Tony Roberts, ‘Annie Hall' and ‘Serpico' actor, dead at 85

Tony Roberts, ‘Annie Hall' and ‘Serpico' actor, dead at 85

Fox News08-02-2025

Tony Roberts, best known for his role in "Annie Hall" and "Serpico," has died. He was 85.
The Tony-Award nominated actor's daughter Nicole Barley told The New York Times he died on Friday at his Manhattan home following complications with lung cancer.
Roberts appeared in several Woody Allen movies — often as Allen's best friend.
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