Actor Keith Jefferson has died at the age of 53. Jefferson worked alongside Jamie Foxx, Samuel L. Jackson and other stars in Quentin Tarantino’s movies.
Keith Jefferson, who was known for his role in Quentin Tarantino’s « Django Unchained » has died. He was 53.
« I am deeply saddened by Keith’s passing. He was a tremendous talent and it is a profound loss to the artistic community, » Jefferson’s rep confirmed with Fox News Digital.
« He had several projects in the pipeline and was in the midst of a project that captured his unique and resonant voice. He had been looking forward to returning in the new year. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and close friends. »
Jefferson was additionally featured in « Once Upon A Time in Hollywood » alongside Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio. He also worked with Tarantino in « The Hateful Eight. »
Jamie Foxx took to social media to share an emotional message to his dear friend after news of Jefferson’s death.
