Robert Blake: Photos Of The ‘Baretta’ Actor Dead At 89

By:
,
March 9, 2023 10:36PM EST

Robert Blake was an actor known for his role in ‘Baretta’ and more. See photos of the late star once acquitted for the murder of his second wife, here.

1 of 9

Robert Blake’s Life In Photos

Robert Blake’s Life In Photos
Universal Tv/Kobal/Shutterstock

Robert Blake was an actor known for his appearances in Baretta, In Cold Blood, Our Gang, and more. News of his passing broke on Mar. 9, 2023, after his niece, Noreen Austin, confirmed the news to Deadline. The actor died after a battle with heart disease at the age of 89. Robert passed away in Los Angeles, CA.

Some of the famous actors he worked with over the years included: Dana Elcar, Edward Grover, and Tom Ewell. Later in his life, he starred in Lost Highway alongside David Lynch and Patricia Arquette. The late “controversial” actor ended up with many impressive accolades to his name including a People’s Choice Award, a Golden Globe award, and an Emmy award.

Robert was married three times during his life. First to Sondra Blake, who he was married from 1961 to 1983. Later, he married Bonny Lee Bakley in 2000, however, their marriage ended with her sudden death in 2001. Robert was later acquitted of her murder, as a jury found him not guilty. Finally, his last marriage was to Pamela Hudak, which only lasted from 2017 to 2018. Amid the late 89-year-old’s passing here is a look at his life in photos.

March 9, 2023, 8:53PM
2 of 9

Robert Blake Leaves A Courthouse In Burbank

Robert Blake Leaves A Courthouse In Burbank
Nick Ut/AP/Shutterstock

Following the death of his second wife, Bonny Lee Bakley, her family pursued a wrongful death lawsuit. Here, Robert is pictured leaving the courthouse for lunch in Burbank, CA. The pair were married from 2000 until her sudden death in 2001.

March 9, 2023, 8:52PM
3 of 9

Robert Blake In ‘Money Train’

Robert Blake In ‘Money Train’
Columbia/Kobal/Shutterstock

Robert Blake appeared in the 1995 film, Money Train, alongside Wesley Snipes, Woody Harrelson, and Jennifer Lopez. Here, the star rocked a pinstripe suit and portrayed the role of Donald Patterson.

March 9, 2023, 8:54PM
4 of 9

Robert Blake In ‘Baretta’

Robert Blake In ‘Baretta’
Moviestore/Shutterstock

Robert Blake starred in Baretta from 1975 until the show ended in 1978. This role landed the actor multiple awards, including an Emmy and Golden Globe award.

March 9, 2023, 8:52PM
5 of 9

Robert Blake At The ‘Punky Brewster’ Doll Launch Party

Robert Blake At The ‘Punky Brewster’ Doll Launch Party
Bei/Shutterstock

Robert Blake attended the ‘Punky Brewster’ Doll Launch Party in Dec. 1985. For the event, the late star rocked a crewneck sweater, jeans, and black eyeglasses.

March 9, 2023, 8:53PM
6 of 9

Robert Blake In 1975

Robert Blake In 1975
Kobal/Shutterstock

Robert Blake posed for a portrait for Baretta in 1975. The father-of-three rocked a red t-shirt and posed with his arms crossed. Robert kept a stern face for the photoshoot.

March 9, 2023, 8:57PM
7 of 9

Robert Blake In ‘Coast To Coast’

Robert Blake In ‘Coast To Coast’
Paramount/Kobal/Shutterstock

The late actor starred in the film, Coast to Coast, in 1980. For this photo, Robert posed in a red vest and a cowboy hat with a white horse behind him. A few of his co-stars on this film included Dyan Cannon and Michael Lerner.

March 9, 2023, 8:53PM
8 of 9

Robert Blake Won An Emmy Award

Robert Blake Won An Emmy Award
Fotos International/Shutterstock

In 1975, Robert took home an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his work on Baretta. The actor rocked a classic black tux for the eventful night out and held his award proudly. 

March 9, 2023, 8:53PM
9 of 9

Robert Blake As A Child Actor

Robert Blake As A Child Actor
Snap/Shutterstock

Robert Blake was a child actor in his younger years as well. Here he is pictured with a dog in the 1942 film Mokey. Some of the stars in this movie included Donna Reed and Dan Dailey. The project was directed by Wells Root and released by MGM.

March 9, 2023, 8:53PM