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Who was James McCaffrey? Max Payne actor dies at 65

  • James McCaffrey, who portrayed the firefighter and 9/11 victim Jimmy Keefe on Rescue Me has died
  • He was 65
  • McCaffrey died Sunday at his home in Larchmont, New York, after a battle with myeloma

Written by:Shriya
Published: December 19, 2023 12:30:48

Actor James McCaffrey has died aged 65.

Who was James McCaffrey?

James McCaffrey, the versatile actor known for his roles as firefighter Jimmy Keefe on “Rescue Me” and the voice of Max Payne in the video game series, has passed away at the age of 65. McCaffrey died at his home in Larchmont, New York, following a battle with myeloma, as confirmed by his wife, actress Rochelle Boström.

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In addition to his acclaimed portrayal of Jimmy Keefe, a 9/11 victim, on the FX drama “Rescue Me,” McCaffrey made significant contributions to the entertainment world. He lent his voice to the iconic character Max Payne in the video game series, depicting the avenging former NYPD officer turned DEA agent. Despite admitting not being a fan of video games, McCaffrey’s work in the Max Payne series earned praise for his compelling voice acting.

McCaffrey’s television credits also include roles on the NBC drama “Viper,” where he played expert driver Michael Payton/Joe Astor, and the Fox crime series “New York Undercover,” where he portrayed Capt. Arthur O’Byrne.

Born and raised in Albany, New York, McCaffrey was a member of The Actors Studio since 1987 and established his theater company, The Workhouse Theatre, in Tribeca. His diverse career spanned television, film, and video games, with appearances in popular shows like “Law & Order: Criminal Intent,” “Madam Secretary,” “Jessica Jones,” and “Blue Bloods.”

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Survived by his wife Rochelle Boström and their daughter Tiarnan, James McCaffrey leaves behind a legacy marked by his memorable performances and contributions to various facets of the entertainment industry.

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