Fans of the television series Prison Break are mourning the death of veteran American actor Stacy Keach, who died on Tuesday, 10 November 2026, at the age of 85.
Keach passed away at his family home in Magdalenka, Poland, following a prolonged battle with a serious heart condition and heart failure. His wife, Małgosia Tomassi Keach, confirmed his death in a statement.
He was widely recognised for portraying prison warden Henry Pope in Prison Break, where he appeared alongside Wentworth Miller, who played Michael Scofield.
Beyond Prison Break, Keach enjoyed a career spanning more than six decades across film, television and theatre. He was also known for playing private investigator Mike Hammer and earned a Golden Globe Award for his portrayal of Ernest Hemingway in the television miniseries Hemingway.
His other screen credits included American History X, Nebraska, The Bourne Legacy and Blue Bloods.
Keach was also an acclaimed stage actor, with performances in several Shakespeare productions, including Hamlet, King Lear and Richard III.
He is survived by his wife and two children.
His death has prompted tributes from fans who remember him for his memorable performances, particularly his role as Warden Pope in Prison Break.
