Chief Brody Shown The Way Home...

DVD Empire is saddened to report the passing of one of our favorite actors: Roy Scheider – best known for his portrayal of Police Chief Martin Brody in Jaws.

Scheider, who was 75, died Sunday. Although the reason for his death was not released, the actor had been suffering from multiple myeloma for several years. It’s a cancer of the plasma cells that is incurable, but often treatable.

In addition to his performances in Jaws and its first sequel, Scheider was known for his roles in TV’s SeaQuest DSV, and the movies 2010 and Blue Thunder. He received two Oscar nominations during his career: one for Best Supporting Actor in 1971’s The French Connection; and one for Best Actor in 1979’s All That Jazz.

We’ll miss you, Roy. Heaven’s going to need a bigger boat.