Scott L. Schwartz, the actor and professional wrestler renowned for his role as Bruiser in the Oceans series, passed away on November 26 at his residence in Covington, LA.

Schwartz made his debut in the first installment of the Oceans franchise in 2011, where he was seen pretending to attack George Clooney behind closed doors. He later reprised his role in Oceans 12 and 13.

Originally from Philadelphia, PA, Schwartz began his career as a pro wrestler under the aliases The Israeli Commando and Giant David before transitioning to Hollywood as a stunt performer and villain.

His television appearances included shows like Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Martial Law, Angel, Nash Bridges, Castle, The Mentalist, The Young and the Restless, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. In addition to the Oceans films, he also featured in Fun with Dick and Jane, Starsky & Hutch, and The Scorpion King.

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Those close to Schwartz remembered him as a “jolly person, full of life, a foodie, and a travel enthusiast.” When not acting, wrestling, or joking, he dedicated time to visiting children with cancer in hospitals.

He is survived by his wife Misty, children Angela and Adam, mother-in-law Brenda, special cousins Sherry and Duwayne, and Aunt Penni along with her children Holli, Todd, Howard, and their families.

Person: Scott L. Schwartz, George Clooney, Misty, Angela, Adam, Brenda, Sherry, Duwayne, Penni, Holli, Todd, Howard

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Titles: Oceans, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Martial Law, Angel, Nash Bridges, Castle, The Mentalist, The Young and the Restless, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Fun with Dick and Jane, Starsky & Hutch, The Scorpion King

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