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Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

Tuesday 31 March 2009, by Webmaster

Andy Hallett, who starred as Lorne ("the Host") on the TV series Angel, died of heart failure last night at age 33, according to his longtime agent and friend Pat Brady. The actor passed away at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles after a five-year battle with heart disease, with his father Dave Hallett by his side.

Hallett, from the Cape Cod village of Osterville, Mass., appeared on more than 70 episodes of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer spinoff, Angel, between 2000 and 2004. The accomplished actor was also a musician and sang two songs ("Lady Marmalade" and "It’s Not Easy Being Green") on the Angel: Live Fast, Die Never soundtrack, released in 2005.

The actor’s character on Angel was Krevlornswath of the Deathwok Clan, or Lorne for short. Hallett’s Lorne was a friendly demon, who, when not assisting Angel and his team in the investigation of various and sundry underworld mysteries, served as the host and headliner at a demon bar.

Back in 2001, Hallett told our own Jen Godwin that despite constant flirtation with David Boreanaz’ character Angel, and the occasional sly Elton John reference, "We don’t really know if he’s gay. I don’t really know. It’s funny, because sometimes he’s right in Angel’s face, and that’s when I feel it the most. And viewers would probably think, hmm, what’s going on here? This guy’s pretty curvy."

Hallett has spent his post-Angel years working on his music career, playing shows around the country. He had been admitted to the hospital three or four times in the past few years for his heart condition, according to Pat.

Another Angel castmember, Glenn Quinn, who played Doyle in season one, passed away in 2002.

A private funeral service will be held for family and close friends in Cape Cod, most likely over this weekend.

Pay your final respects to the actor in the comments below.

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41 Forum messages

  • Andy Hallet Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 09:20, by Webmaster
    Rest in Peace Andy, we love you.

  • Andy Hallet Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 10:12
    we love you. rest in peace.

  • Andy Hallet Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 10:25, by spike
    i loved his music he was a brillant man love u andy

  • Andy Hallet Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 10:38, by ella
    vale, andy x

  • Andy Hallet Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 10:39, by Raxton
    I am deeply saddened and will miss him. I never met him personally but frequently checked his website 9though less this past year) and he was always a bright spot on the show Angel. God Bless and I know you found peace at last! Thanks for the joy you gave selflessly to us!

  • Andy Hallet Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 10:43, by bumbleBjenkins

    R.I.P

    NUMFAR!!!, Perform the dance of honor for Mr. Andy Hallet

  • Andy Hallet Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 11:03
    May the Angels be with you and your family, assisting your soul on it’s new journey and assisting those affected by your passing. Love and Light Schmemmm

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 11:12
    Hope you’re with angels now. You were a sunshine. Rest in peace Andy xxx

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 11:48
    Rest in Peace Andy, you will be dearly missed... xxx

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 12:23
    Rest in Peace. You will be missed but never forgotten

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 12:43
    so sad. and wayyy to young. rip andy. :( we’ll miss you

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 12:53, by Ashley
    Sorry to hear! Rest in peace.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 13:49, by Jeanne C. Stein

    Lorne was one of my favorite characters. I think his humanity was reflected by Andy’s own. My condolences to his family.

    Jeanne Stein

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  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 14:34
    you’ll stay in our heart 4 ever Andy, love.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 14:36, by c-jay
    Andy, tu restes dans nos coeurs, tu as accompagné nos vies, alors on rendra toujours hommage à la tienne. Peace

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 15:24
    I instantly felt a pit in my stomach when I read this. Absolutely terrible news. I’m sure he’s in a better place now. You were amazing on Angel. You brought a whole new element to the show and made it better than it already was. You will be remembered as both a talented musician and actor. Rest in Peace, Andy.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 16:25, by Peter
    Rest in peace, Andy, you will be greatly missed!

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 19:11, by effulgent_girl
    All my condolences to his family and friends. He was truly a star and a gift to us all. He will live on as the sweet and caring Lorne forever.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 19:54
    This is SO sad. He was such a nice guy, and had the most beautiful brown eyes. He will be missed. He was just too young. My condolences to his family.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 19:58, by Wendy
    It really is such sad news about Andy Hallett. My thoughts are with his family and friends.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 22:08, by from Russian fans
    Прощай, Энди. Светлая тебе память.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 23:05, by Rich L. from New Haven
    With the birth of Alyson Hannigan & Alexis Denisof baby girl Satyana, I am comforted that Andy Hallett’s spirit may still be with us, inside the baby girl. I know that probably sounds weird to many people but in some small way it brings me comfort during this time of grief.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    31 March 2009 23:45
    Andy, you were such a lovely person – I had the great pleasure of meeting you once a few years ago and I will treasure the memory. Thank you for everything that you have given us. Rest now.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    1 April 2009 02:34, by SpikeyA
    I can’t believe it, no ... I don’t want to believe it. I hate feeling so powerless. So futile words ... but there’s nothing we can do ... except ... We won’t forget ... never ... Thank you ... for everything ... Bless you, Andy :D

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    1 April 2009 02:54, by Skellington

    I’ve been trying to hold back the tears today, and haven’t been successful. From what I’ve read, Andy was an incredible human being who brought joy in to the lives of everyone he met. He also brought joy into the lives of everyone who watched him breathe life into the role of Lorne. Wherever you are, Andy, I hope the music is great, and the seabreezes are on the house.

    Numfar, do the dance of sorrow.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    1 April 2009 03:20, by aerialla
    I was fortunate enough to meet and spent a little time with Andy at a convention a few years ago. I was very saddened to learn this news. Rest In Peace Andy. You will be greatly missed and I’ll never be able to hear Somewhere Over The Rainbow without thinking of you and the joy you brought to so many fans lives.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    1 April 2009 03:31, by SUSAN
    I knew he had a heart complaint, but not to the Exstent that it was at all fatal....Thats 2 people who starred on Angel that has had an un-timely death..Glenn Quinn(Doyle) And Now Andy Hellet(Lorne)..My heart goes out to his father-family-friends..Im sure where ever he is he is spiritually...Hes still singing up a storm...RIP ANDY..Forever in my memories..

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  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    1 April 2009 05:55, by Hoemke
    He was an incredibly gifted actor and had such a powerful singing voice. He was one of my favorites on the show and will be missed! It’ll be hard listening to interviews and commentary with him. R.I.P.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    1 April 2009 06:17
    that is a true loss. He was a great actor to watch, and a talented musician. My prayers are with his friends and family. He will be missed.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    1 April 2009 07:02, by Andy’s Vancouver, Canada Fans
    Rest In Peace, Andy. We Love you here in Vancouver, BC, CANADA. We will miss your smile.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    1 April 2009 07:37
    We will be missing you Andy! We hope you are all right, wherever you are!

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    1 April 2009 12:20, by nz_marie
    Such tragic news! My heart goes out to all of Andy’s family, he was way too young to die. We will all miss him. He was a talented actor and singer that brought delight into the lives of millions of viewers. Rest in Peace.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    1 April 2009 14:22, by young lady from Finland
    Rest in peace Andy. You will be missed. I was shocked to hear this news.. it is horrible. My best wishes to Andy’s family and loved-ones.

  • Andy Hallett Dies of Heart Failure

    1 April 2009 20:55, by Kim
    Omg i really cant believe this, he will definitely be missed...