Actor Robert Blake, best known for his roles in “Baretta”, “In Cold Blood”, and “Lost Highway”, has passed away at the age of 89. Blake had been at the center of media attention in the early 2000s when he was acquitted of the murder of his wife, Bonnie Lee Bakley, after a highly publicized trial.

Blake began his acting career in the 1940s, and after appearing in several films, he found success on television with his role as Tony Baretta, a plainclothes detective. He also received critical acclaim for his performance in the film “In Cold Blood”, based on the Truman Capote book of the same name, where he played one of the killers.

In recent years, Blake had largely retreated from the spotlight and had been living a quiet life. However, his legacy as an actor will continue to be remembered by his fans and colleagues in the industry.

Tributes to Blake have been pouring in from the entertainment industry, with many actors and directors expressing their condolences on social media. The cause of Blake’s death has not been disclosed.