US EditionSamuel French, Killers of the Flower Moon Actor, Dead at 45
- Samuel French, a Texas-born actor recognized for his role alongside Robert De Niro in the film about the Osage murders, passed away on May 9, 2025, in a Waco hospital after a lengthy fight with cancer.
- French’s cancer progressed over several years, and just two weeks prior to his passing, he received the award for Best Supporting Actor at the Cowpokes International Film Festival in 2025.
- He became well-known for his role as CJ Robinson, an FBI agent, in Martin Scorsese’s 2023 film *Killers of the Flower Moon* and also had appearances in *Fear the Walking Dead* and *Texas Rising*.
- Director Paul Sinacore, who worked with French on the upcoming film Towpath, said, "Towpath wouldn't exist without him," praising his powerful role as Detective Bernard Crooke.
- French’s death leaves a legacy of impactful performances and grieving survivors including his daughter Madison, girlfriend Melinda, parents, and brothers.
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Star Actor From Hit Scorsese Film Passes Away At 45
Samuel French, the actor who served legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese reliably in “Killers of the Flower Moon” and earlier held a notable role in the “Walking Dead” spinoff “Fear the Walking Dead,” has died tragically young at just 45 years old. Director Paul Sinacore confirmed the Texas native passed away after a yearslong battle with cancer. He drew his last breath in his hometown of Waco. Sinacore, who worked with French in his final role i…
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