Beloved Actor Joe Marinelli Passes Away at 68 After Cancer Battle
Joe Marinelli, a familiar face to many TV viewers and a respected presence on shows like The Morning Show, has sadly passed away at the age of 68.
The veteran actor died on Sunday, June 22, following a private and courageous battle with throat and stomach cancer, his wife Jean Marinelli confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter.
News of his passing has sparked a wave of heartfelt tributes from friends, fans, and colleagues in the industry.
Mark Duplass, who worked with Marinelli on The Morning Show, took to social media to honor his memory, writing:
“We have lost a great one. Joe Marinelli lived in the rare air. He was a generous performer, beautiful human, wide-eyed positivist. I will miss him dearly. I will try to live my life a bit more like his. We all should.”
Marinelli’s long career was marked by a deep love for acting and a warm spirit that touched everyone around him. Known for his gentle nature off-screen and powerful performances on it, his passing is being felt deeply in both Hollywood and among fans who admired his work.
