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Hugh Dane
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| Born | October 21, 1942 Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.
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| Died | May 16, 2018 (aged 75) Los Angeles, California, U.S.
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| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1989–2018 |
Hugh Dane (born October 21, 1942 – died May 16, 2018) was an American actor. He was known for playing many different characters in movies and TV shows. He is especially remembered for his role as Hank, the security guard, on the popular TV sitcom The Office. He played this character from 2005 to 2013.
An Actor's Journey
Hugh Dane began his acting career in 1989. His first role was in a video game called It Came from the Desert. Soon after, he appeared in a TV show called Hunter.
In 1991, Hugh Dane acted in his first movie. It was a crime-thriller called Ricochet. Over the years, he took on small roles in many well-known TV series. These included The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Friends, Boy Meets World, and Monk.
Famous Roles
Hugh Dane became most recognized for his role as Hank. Hank was the head of security on the hit TV show The Office. His calm and steady character was a favorite among fans. He also played a judge in the Netflix series Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp.
He also appeared in several movies. Some of these films include Joy Ride, StarStruck, and the comedy Bridesmaids.
Later Life
Hugh Dane passed away on May 16, 2018. He was 75 years old.
