Throughout his illustrious career, Coleman received numerous accolades. He won an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie for his role in 1987’s “Sworn to Silence.” Additionally, he earned six Emmy nominations, including two for his portrayal of the distasteful talk show host “Buffalo” Bill in the 1983 series “Buffalo Bill.” In 1988, Coleman won a Golden Globe for Best Actor in a TV Series Musical or Comedy for his work in “The Slap Maxwell Story.”

Aside from his achievements on the small screen, Coleman also made his mark in cinema. Some of his notable film credits include “Tootsie” (1982), “WarGames” (1983), “The Beverly Hillbillies” (1993), and “Inspector Gadget” (1999). He also lent his voice to Principal Peter Prickley in ABC Kids’ “Recess” and portrayed Louis “The Commodore” Kaestner in “Boardwalk Empire.”

Actor Ben Stiller paid tribute to Coleman on Twitter, acknowledging his tremendous impact on the world of film and television. Stiller tweeted, “The great Dabney Coleman literally created, or defined, really – in a uniquely singular way – an archetype as a character actor. He was so good at what he did it’s hard to imagine movies and television of the last 40 years without him.”

Dabney Coleman’s legacy will continue to inspire and entertain future generations. His memorable performances are a testament to his exceptional talent and unwavering dedication to his craft. As we bid farewell to this legend of the silver screen, let us remember the joy and laughter he brought to our lives through his remarkable body of work.

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