HOLLYWOOD, CA. (THECOUNT) — Sam Lloyd, perhaps best known for his role as lawyer Ted Buckland on “Scrubs,” has died. He was 56.
Lloyd appeared in 95 episodes during the longrunning medical comedy’s run on NBC and ABC. He reprised the role briefly in Lawrence’s other series, “Cougar Town.”
Lloyd was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor last year, which was revealed in a GoFundMe campaign that was launched by “Scrubs” producer Tom Hobert and his wife, reports Yahoo.
A veteran character actor Lloyd has more than 60 credits to his name across a 30-year career. He made appearances in TV shows including “Desperate Housewives,” “Happy Together,” “Shameless,” “Modern Family,” “Spin City” and “Seinfeld.” In films, Lloyd can be seen in “Galaxy Quest” and “Flubber.” Lloyd was also a musician, even playing his guitar during an episode of “Scrubs.”
Lloyd’s agent confirmed the news of his death.
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