Jack Betts, celebrated for his portrayal of Henry Balkan in Sam Raimi's Spider-Man (2002) and renowned for his extensive work in spaghetti Westerns and theater, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 19 at the age of 96. His nephew, Dean Sullivan, confirmed the news of his passing.

Born in New Jersey and raised in Miami, Betts was inspired to pursue acting after viewing the film Wuthering Heights in 1939. He honed his craft at the University of Miami and later trained at the prestigious Actors Studio in New York. His acting journey began on Broadway with Richard III, and he later starred in various stage productions, including a notable three-year stint in Dracula.

During the 1960s, Betts gained fame through numerous Italian Western films, including Sugar Colt. He also made appearances in popular American television series such as Seinfeld, Friends, Frasier, and Everybody Loves Raymond.

His final screen roles included appearances in My Name Is Earl, Recovery Road, and Good Trouble (2019).

The Beverly Hills Playhouse paid tribute to him with a heartfelt message: 'Our beloved Jack Betts passed away peacefully at home. There was only ever one like this, and we are the richer for having his presence in our theatre. Rest in peace, Jack.'