Nicky Katt, Boston Public Actor, Dead at 54
Nicky Katt, whose TV and film credits include Boston Public and Dazed and Confused, has died. He was 54.
The news of Katt's death was confirmed by his attorney, John Sloss, to our sister site The Hollywood Reporter. A cause of death has not yet been revealed.
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On the TV side, Katt was best known for his role in Fox's drama series Boston Public, which ran from 2000-2004. He played geology teacher Harry Senate who taught kids in the 'Dungeon.' Katt ultimately exited the series during Season 3, after his character suffered a mental breakdown and took a leave of absence.
In addition to Boston Public, Katt appeared in Law & Order, The Guardian, Friends, Dear John, Father Murphy and Herbie, the Love Bug.
Katt was also known for his work on the big screen: In 1993, he played Clint Bruno in Dazed and Confused; in 2000, he played Greg Weinstein in Boiler Room and Obecks in The Way of the Gun; and in 2005, he played Stuka in Sin City.
His other film credits include Doom Generation, Strange Days, The Brave One, A Time to Kill and Batman & Robin.
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