Robert Blake, ‘Baretta’ Star, Passes Away at 89

Robert Blake, the actor best known for his role in the 1970s television series Baretta, has passed away at the age of 89. Blake was acquitted of the murder of his wife, Bonnie Lee Bakley, in 2005, after a highly publicized trial.

Early Life and Career

Blake was born Michael James Gubitosi in Nutley, New Jersey in 1933. He began his acting career at the age of five, appearing in a number of films and television shows. He was best known for his role as Detective Tony Baretta in the 1970s television series Baretta. He also appeared in films such as In Cold Blood and Electra Glide in Blue.

Murder Trial

In 2001, Blake was charged with the murder of his wife, Bonnie Lee Bakley. The trial was highly publicized and Blake was eventually acquitted of the charges in 2005.

Legacy

Blake was an iconic figure in the entertainment industry and will be remembered for his role as Detective Tony Baretta in the 1970s television series Baretta.

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Robert Blake, the actor best known for his role in the 1970s television series Baretta, has passed away at the age of 89. Blake was born Michael James Gubitosi in Nutley, New Jersey in 1933 and began his acting career at the age of five. He was acquitted of the murder of his wife, Bonnie Lee Bakley, in 2005, after a highly publicized trial. Blake was an iconic figure in the entertainment industry and will be remembered for his role as Detective Tony Baretta in the 1970s television series Baretta. #RobertBlake #Baretta #InColdBlood #ElectraGlideinBlue