Twin Peaks star Walter Olkewicz dies aged 72
Twin Peaks actor Walter Olkewicz has died aged 72.
Walter passed away on Tuesday at his Los Angeles homes, with his son, screenwriter Zak Olkewicz, confirming his father’s death to the Hollywood Reporter.
The actor was most famous for his role as bartender and croupier Jacques Renault on the original series of Twin Peaks which ran for two seasons between 1990-1991.
RIP: Twin Peaks actor Walter Olkewicz has died aged 72 (above in the show)
Walter had battled numerous health issues during the past 20 years, with a series of knee surgeries leading to infections that caused him to become bedridden.
He was then forced to take a break from acting.
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