Floyd Levine, the beloved actor known for his roles in iconic films and television series, has died at the age of 93. His daughter-in-law, Tracy Robbins, shared the news on Instagram, revealing that he passed away peacefully on August 24, surrounded by family.
Robbins described Levine as a cherished father-in-law and grandpa, stating, "The best father-in-law, grandpa, and all round jokester, Floyd loved Frank Sinatra, classic films, and making everyone laugh." She reminisced about his journey from being a cab driver in New York City to achieving his Hollywood dreams in California.
Levine's extensive career included memorable performances in shows such as *Murder, She Wrote*, *Babylon 5: Thirdspace*, and *Baywatch*. He also starred in the acclaimed film *Dog Day Afternoon* alongside Al Pacino and appeared in *The Hangover* with Bradley Cooper.
Robbins fondly recalled Levine's sense of humour, saying, "I will miss his humour, his stories, and his F-bombs that Stella made a lot of money off of!" She added a heartfelt tribute, wishing him well in the afterlife, saying, "I would like to think there’s a casting call in heaven, and you showed up early, script in hand."
Levine's filmography also included roles in *Norbit*, where he played Abe the Tailor, and appearances in *Coach Carter* and *Night Shift*. He was the father of film producer Brian Robbins, known for his work on projects like *A Quiet Place* and *Mission: Impossible*.
The father-son duo shared the screen in separate episodes of *Archie Bunker’s Place* in the early 1980s and acted together in *Head of the Class*, where Levine portrayed a judge. His later work featured guest appearances on Nickelodeon’s *Kenan and Kel* and a role as an ice cream man in *Good Burger*.
Levine's legacy in the entertainment industry is marked by his talent and the joy he brought to audiences throughout his career.