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David Harris, Actor Who Played Cochise in ‘The Warriors,’ Dead at 75
David Harris, Actor Who Played Cochise in ‘The Warriors,’ Dead at 75
Harris' role as the Apache leader in the 1979 cult classic helped make the film a box office success.
Harris died in at the age of 75 in Las Vegas following complications from a pulmonary embolism.
David Harris, the actor who played the Apache leader Cochise in the 1979 cult classic “The Warriors,” has died at the age of 75. Harris died in Las Vegas on Sunday following complications from a pulmonary embolism, his son told The Hollywood Reporter. Harris' long career in film and television spanned more than 50 years. He began his career in the early 1970s with roles in films such as “Shaft” and “Super Fly.” He also appeared in numerous television shows, including “The Rockford Files,” “The A-Team” and “Miami Vice.” But it was his role as Cochise in “The Warriors” that made Harris a star. The film, which was directed by Walter Hill, tells the story of a New York City gang that must travel through hostile territory to return to their home turf. Harris' performance as the wise and stoic Cochise was one of the highlights of the film. In addition to his work in film and television, Harris was also a successful stage actor. He appeared in numerous Broadway productions, including “The Iceman Cometh” and “The Merchant of Venice.” Harris' death is a loss for the entertainment industry. He was a talented actor who brought life to a wide range of characters. He will be remembered for his iconic role as Cochise in “The Warriors.”