'Boardwalk Empire' actor Devin Harjes dies at 41
Actor Devin Harjes, known for his roles in "Boardwalk Empire" and "Daredevil," died on Tuesday, a representative confirmed to NBC News. He was 41.
Harjes died at Mount Sinai West Hospital in New York City due to complications from cancer, which he was diagnosed with in the winter, according to the spokesperson. Representatives for Harjes did not provide additional details about his illness.
"He was an artist of great conviction who never gave less than one hundred percent to any role he undertook," his representative said in a statement. "As a person, he was generous, kind, understanding and devoted to his family and friends, a great horseback rider and had a magic way with all animals."
Harjes grew up in West Texas and studied acting in college before starting his career in the Dallas-Forth Worth theater scene, according to his website. He later moved to New York City, where he continued pursuing his craft.
The actor performed in off-Broadway productions and independent films before transitioning to television, where he played Jack Dempsey in "Boardwalk Empire." Harjes also had notable roles in "Daredevil," "Gotham," "Blue Bloods" and "Orange Is the New Black."
"Outside of acting, Devin was a dedicated student of martial arts and a regular at the gym — he often joked it was safer than getting kicked in the face by a horse," his obituary on his website read.
Harjes spent his time in his home near the Rocky Mountains, in West Texas, or in Hell's Kitchen in New York City.
This article was originally published on NBCNews.com
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