Veteran actor and comedian Henry Rodney dies at 63

Henry Rodney

The arts and entertainment community is mourning the death of veteran actor and comedian, Henry Rodney, who passed away yesterday following hospitalisation at the Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Centre in Brooklyn, NY, USA.

In a statement, yesterday afternoon, the Rodney family said that the 63-year-old actor died at around 1:14 pm.

“We thank you for your continued prayers, support and well wishes. Your understanding and space is truly appreciated at this time as we process this loss as a family unit and will update you as time passes. We covet your prayers in this time,” daughter of the late actor, Tchaiko Rodney, said.