As a longtime admirer of David Harris, it is with a heavy heart that I bid farewell to this talented actor who left an indelible mark on the world of cinema. Though his role as Cochise in “The Warriors” may have catapulted him into cult status, his contributions extend far beyond that iconic red vest.
The renowned actor David Harris, best recognized for his portrayal of Cochise in the iconic 1979 film “The Warriors,” has sadly passed away at the age of 75.
On a tragic note, Harris passed away last Friday at his residence in New York City, following a long-fought battle against cancer, as reported by The New York Times, according to his daughter, Davina Harris.
In “The Warriors,” Harris portrayed Cochise, a key figure in the title gang known for their distinctive red vests. This movie, directed by Walter Hill, is based on Sol Yurick’s 1965 novel and tells the story of a New York city gang falsely accused of murder, prompting them to journey from the Bronx to Coney Island. What made Harris’ character Cochise stand out was his unconventional fashion style, which included a headband and an eye-catching turquoise necklace, symbols of rebellion.
The movie ‘The Warriors’ received negative reviews upon its initial release, but later achieved cult fame. As Harris stated in a 2019 interview on ADAMICradio, ‘We thought it was just a small film that would have a brief run and then be forgotten.’
He mentioned that he had been to Hong Kong, the Philippines, and Tokyo. Despite having starred in numerous films, it’s often the case that upon his arrival, people recognize him as the actor from ‘The Warriors.’
Between the 1980s and the early 2000s, Harris was involved in numerous films such as “Bubaker” (1980), “Quicksilver” (1980), “A Soldier’s Story” (1984), “Fatal Beauty” (1987) and “James White” (2015), to name a few. He also made appearances on TV shows like “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” “ER,” “NYPD Blue,” “Mike Hammer: Private Eye” and others.
In 1976, his groundbreaking work was the Emmy-nominated TV movie “Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys,” where he took on the role of Haywood Patterson. The following year, he landed a part in the play “Secret Service,” sharing the stage with Meryl Streep and John Lithgow.
Harris hails from New York City, specifically born there on the 18th of June, 1949. His educational journey led him to the High School of Performing Arts, and it was one of his English instructors who encouraged him to delve into their drama department.
During an interview on ‘The Claw’s Corner’ in 2022, he expressed that he had developed a deep affection for it. He then declared, ‘This seems to be where I belong.’
Harris has left behind his daughter, mother Maude Marie, sister Jeannette, brothers Arthur and Vincent, and also two grandchildren.
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2024-10-28 01:46