Max Payne Voice Actor James McCaffrey Passes Away At 65

James McCaffrey, actor best known to video game fans as the voice of Max Payne, among other characters, has passed away. He was 65.

TMZ reports that McCaffrey died on Sunday after a battle with multiple myeloma, a form of cancer. A rep for McCaffrey tells the outlet that the actor died surrounded by friends and family.

McCaffrey’s extensive on-screen credits include roles in Law & Order, Suits, and Blue Bloods, and video games such as 2008’s Alone in the Dark and 2005’s Area 51. However, Remedy fans knew him best as the voice of Max Payne in all three entries. Furthermore, McCaffrey voiced Thomas Zane in Alan Wake, Zachariah Trench in Control, and, most recently, Alex Casey in Alan Wake 2.

We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of our beloved friend and collaborator James McCaffrey, the iconic voice of Max Payne and Alex Casey. His remarkable talent gave life to our characters and left an enduring impact on our community. Our hearts go out to his family. pic.twitter.com/GEJL7aXyNt

— Remedy Entertainment (@remedygames) December 18, 2023

In a separate X thread, Remedy creative director Sam Lake offered his condolences as well. 

I’m heartbroken to hear the sad news of James McCaffrey’s passing. We worked together for more than 25 years. He was a lovely man and a dear friend. He was a key part of the Remedy family. He was a brilliant actor. No one could do what he did better than him. (1/2) pic.twitter.com/JLcEIMUT43

— Sam Lake (@SamLakeRMD) December 18, 2023

 Game Informer extends its condolences to McCaffrey’s family and loved ones.

[Source: TMZ]