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Actor Nicky Katt, Star of ‘Dazed and Confused,’ Dies at 54
Nicky Katt, the actor widely recognized for his roles in iconic 1990s independent films such as Dazed and Confused, has passed away at the age of 54. News of the performer’s death emerged on April 12, with confirmations to Deadline and The Wrap from John Sloss, founder of Sloss Law, the firm representing Katt.
Beau Flynn, CEO of Flynn Picture Company, expressed his grief on X, stating: “Heartbroken by the untimely passing of the exceptionally talented actor #NickyKatt. Rest in peace, my friend. It was a privilege to know you and collaborate with you on my first film in 1995 – ‘johns.’”
Learn more about the life and career of Nicky Katt below.
Early Career and Child Acting
Born on May 11, 1970, in South Dakota, Nicky Katt began his acting journey at the young age of 7. One of his initial roles was on the popular 1977 television series CHiPs.
Throughout the late 1970s and early 1980s, Katt maintained a consistent presence in television, securing parts in various shows including Quincy, M.E. (1976), Father Murphy (1981), Herbie, the Love Bug (1982), and V (1984).
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Breakthrough Role in ‘Dazed and Confused’
Katt’s breakthrough performance came in Richard Linklater’s 1993 cult-favorite film Dazed and Confused. He portrayed Clint Bruno, a high school bully with greaser aspirations, alongside a cast of emerging talents such as Matthew McConaughey, Ben Affleck, and Parker Posey.
Beyond his role in Dazed and Confused, Katt collaborated with acclaimed director Steven Soderbergh in several projects, including the 2002 comedy Full Frontal, which featured Julia Roberts and Brad Pitt, and the 2013 biographical film Behind the Candelabra.
His filmography also includes appearances in the 1996 legal drama A Time to Kill and the 2000 thriller Boiler Room. Further notable film credits are The Way of the Gun (2000), SubUrbia (1996), Insomnia (2002), and School of Rock (2003).
Television Career: ‘Boston Public’ and Guest Appearances
Nicky Katt also made significant contributions to television. He played Harry Senate for the first three seasons of the series Boston Public, broadcast between 2000 and 2002. Additionally, Katt made guest appearances on numerous popular television programs, such as Friends, The Guardian, King of the Hill, Monk, and Law & Order.
According to IMDb, his last credited television role was in 2018 on the Hulu original series Casual.
Personal Life
Katt was married to Annie Morse from 1999 until their divorce in 2001.
Cause of Death Under Investigation
As of this report, the cause of Nicky Katt’s death has not been officially released.