American actor and director Jerry Adler recently passed away at the age of 96 on August 23, 2025. He is most recognized for his extensive career in both television and theater. Among his many roles, he gained widespread recognition for his work on The Sopranos,

Jerry Adler, an actor known for his role as Hesh Rabkin on "The Sopranos," has died at 96. The star became an actor in his 60s after directing theater.

Actor Jerry Adler, best known for playing consigliere Herman 'Hesh' Rabkin in The Sopranos, has died aged 96. Although he found fame on the small screen, Adler did not start acting until his early 60s - as he was preparing to retire from an illustrious behind-the-scenes Broadway career.