As Fans Remember Captain Holt, Here Are 10 Iconic Andre Braugher Quotes From Brooklyn Nine-Nine

At the age of 61, well-known actor Andre Braugher, who was adored for his portrayal of Captain Holt in Brooklyn Nine-Nine, passed away. Millions of people are in tears as the actor who made people laugh and smile with his comedic timing left for his heavenly abode.

People are paying tribute to the man who brought smiles to the faces of millions of fans.

one of the best things watching brooklyn nine nine was looking forward to captain holt's sassy comebacks and intellectual jokes every episode thank you for that andre braugher may you rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/6w4QX7QXpq

¡ª chloe (@ladykarevs) December 13, 2023

Here are some of his most famous quotes to honor him.

1. ¡°I did mean woke. But it¡¯s grammatically incorrect.¡±

Holt has always made an effort to connect with his group, but naturally, his analytical side typically wins.

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2. "Why is no one having a good time? I specifically requested it."

If you¡¯re a B99 fan, you know despite being a tough taskmaster, Captain wanted the team to have fun but the squad had other plans.

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3. ¡°No one will ever believe you.¡±

Holt is an expert at playing tricks on his teammates, and although he tries to reserve his shenanigans for special events, he sometimes goes all out. This line came when Jake revealed about his secret hula-hooping routine and then Holt erased every trace of it.

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4. ¡°Look At That, You've Helped Me Find My Smile¡±

Captain Holt opens up to Terry in the first episode of the second season, "Undercover," discussing the stress he has been under lately and mentioning that his husband Kevin is worried that he isn't smiling anymore.

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5. ¡°Bone!!¡±

One of the many wonderful aspects of Captain Holt's character in the show is his marriage to Kevin.

Rosa tells Holt that he and Kevin just need to "bone" after he and Kevin argue nonstop about a math problem. Holt responds by shouting out the word ¡®Bone!¡±

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6. "Are you saying my life matters less because I don't conform to society's heteronormative, child-centric ideals?" "Yas Queen."

Holt's persona is rarely depicted on TV in the same manner as the majority of gay males. However, the limited instances in which he exhibits more "stereotypical" conduct make for shocking and entertaining scenes on the program.

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7. "No, From Now On, Call Me Velvet Thunder"

Jake starts badgering Captain Holt about requiring and wanting a helicopter for the investigation, and when he eventually gets his way, he calls the irate Captain "Wet Blanket."

But Holt regains his zeal when they make progress on the investigation, and to Jake's joy, he offers that they take the helicopter and renames himself "Velvet Thunder."

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8. ¡°You know what else is interesting? Grenades!¡±

Working one-on-one with Jake allows Holt to indulge his childlike side, and it's a win-win situation to watch Samberg and Braugher interact.

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9. "Every time someone steps up and says who they are, the world becomes a better, more interesting place. So thank you."

Holt is there to provide Rosa with supportive and encouraging words when she comes out as bisexual to her family and friends.

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10. "Wuntch is dead! BAGEL! BAGEL! BAGEL!"

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The Captain uses bagels to celebrate Madeline Wuntch's passing, which is one of the few occasions we see Holt smile.

The world will miss Andre Braugher, but his memories will be alive.

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