Jerry Adler, an actor known for his role as Hesh Rabkin on "The Sopranos," has died at 96. The star became an actor in his 60s after directing theater.

Jerry Adler, star of The Sopranos and The Good Wife, has died. He was 96. “Jerry Adler passed away on August 23, 2025, at the age of 96,” his family said in an obituary. “Born on February 4, 1929, Jerry was a resident of New York, New York.” Adler's friend Frank J. Reilly shared several photos on X alongside a tribute following the announcement.

Before Adler had ever stepped in front of a camera, he had 53 Broadway productions to his name — serving as a stage manager, producer or director.