Who is Brad William Henke?

Brad William Henke was an American actor known for his appearances in films such as "Choke" and "Pacific Rim," and television shows such as "Orange Is the New Black," "Dexter," and "Lost." He was born on April 10, 1966, in Columbus, Nebraska, USA. Henke played for the Denver Broncos before he began his career in acting.

After his NFL career ended, Henke moved to Los Angeles to become a coach , but he ended up finding work in the entertainment industry after responding to an open casting call for a commercial. Henke was a large man, standing at 6'4, which made it easy for him to land roles as an extra or character actor in movies and TV shows that required tall or imposing figures.

He later transitioned to more substantive roles, starting with TV guest spots on series like "ER," "Arli$$," "Nash Bridges," and "CSI." Henke was also known for his work on the small screen drama "Orange Is the New Black," playing Corrections Officer Desi Piscatella.

Sadly, on November 29, 2022, Brad William Henke passed away at the age of 56. His manager, Matt DelPiano, said in a statement that Henke loved being a part of the acting community and that the community loved him back. Henke's contributions to the entertainment industry will not be forgotten, and his work as an actor will continue to be remembered by his fans.