Andy Samberg is reflecting on the loss of a beloved leader.

More than a year after Andre Braugher, who starred on Brooklyn Nine-Nine as Captain Raymond Holt alongside Andy's Jake Peralta died following a brief illness, Andy remains grateful for the time spent together over the course of eight seasons.

While appearing Amy Poehler's Good Hang podcast July 8, Andy agreed with the actress' assessment that his costar was one who seemed to be not only poised, but "playful and fun."

“He was," Andy shared, "and just a good person. So deeply moral and kind and pleasant and smart. We all absolutely loved him. I miss him a lot.”

As Andy explained, once the duo read together for their first scene, they clicked instantly.

“Our dynamic worked immediately," Andy explained. "It was one of those things where you’re just like, ‘Okay, this is kismet'...The only thing that me and him had to even talk about creatively was, in the beginning, he didn't trust himself to do comedy."

But Andre's ability to take on more dramatic moments never ceased to amaze his fellow costars.

“Like five or six times, we would do a more serious topic on the show and he would flip that switch and everyone would be like, 'Oh my God, what is Andre doing here? He's so good,'" Andy recalled. "But then he would do his Captain Holt stuff and it was the funniest thing on the show.”

Shortly after Andre's passing in December 2023, his costars also paid tribute to their fallen captain, with Chelsea Peretti noting she'll miss his "dulcet tones."

"Forever lucky to have gone on such a journey with you," she wrote in a Dec. 12 Instagram post. "Ringside seat. You were so funny to me and the epitome of still waters run deep. I will always cherish our conversations, often with me hanging in your doorway barring your exit, and the insane opportunity to be your sidekick."

The comedian concluded her note with a nod to her character, adding, "Is it weird that I am also grieving for what Captain Holt meant to Gina? I really hoped and knew I would see you again. Hate that I won't."

Fellow costar Terry Crews also expressed his shock. "Can't believe you're gone so soon," the actor, who costarred as Lieutenant Terry Jeffords alongside Andre, wrote in an Instagram post. "I'm honored to have known you, laughed with you, worked with you and shared 8 glorious years watching your irreplaceable talent. This hurts. You left us too soon. You taught me so much."

Sharing his deepest condolences for the actor's family, Terry concluded, "I will be forever grateful for the experience of knowing you. Thank you for your wisdom, your advice, your kindness and your friendship…You showed me what a life well lived looks like."

Additionally, FOX—which aired Brooklyn Nine-Nine for the first five seasons before it was picked up by NBC—said in a statement that the network is "devastated by the sudden loss of our friend and colleague."

"He will most certainly be remembered for his iconic comedic and dramatic roles across both film and television, but he will be remembered mostly for his big heart, kindness and the lasting impact he made on his friends, family and fans everywhere," the network's Dec. 12 statement read. "Andre was the heart and soul of the Nine-Nine and will forever be our Captain."

Keep reading for more tributes dedicated to the actor.

"I will remember all the advice you gave me. I will remember all the times we laughed because your laugh was one of the all time greatest laughs to have ever existed. I will remember the deep love and loyalty you had for your family. I will remember it every time I ask work to make time for me to be with my family...I will remember so much."

"Love you. Will miss your dulcet tones. Forever lucky to have gone on such a journey with you. Ringside seat. You were so funny to me and the epitome of still waters run deep. I will always cherish our conversations, often with me hanging in your doorway barring your exit, and the insane opportunity to be your sidekick. Is it weird that I am also grieving for what Captain Holt meant to Gina? I really hoped and knew I would see you again. Hate that I won’t."

"Can’t believe you’re gone so soon. I’m honored to have known you, laughed with you, worked with you and shared 8 glorious years watching your irreplaceable talent. This hurts. You left us too soon. You taught me so much. I will be forever grateful for the experience of knowing you. Thank you for your wisdom, your advice, your kindness and your friendship. Deepest condolences to your wife and family in this difficult time. You showed me what a life well lived looks like. Rest In Peace, Andre. I love you, man."

"So many wonderful stories will be told about Andre but for now, all my love goes to his wife Ami and his three boys, who he loved very much and flew back every weekend from the show to be with. We all know how powerful an actor he was, but even more, Andre knew exactly well his most important role and was deeply proud of it. He spoke often about his sons, and knew how lucky he was to have Ami. I’m grateful to them for allowing us to share eight years with him. He was committed and passionate about the things he loved. And that voice. It laid anchor to the roughest of dialogue. What you probably don’t know is that Andre could sing too, and did often at lunch, belting bassy vocals from his dressing room to whatever new music he found. At first, it was odd because well…*it was Andre Braugher crooning at full volume from behind closed doors*…but then very quickly it made all the sense in the world because the man was so full of song and that’s why the world took notice. I miss him so much already. What an honor to work with a man who knew what it was really all about. I feel blessed and thankful. Miss you Capt Holt. Love, Porkchop."

"Andre. [heart emoji]"

"O Captain. My Captain."

"Fiercely intelligent, remarkably kind, supportive, generous and possessed a deep and extraordinary talent, and had even more to offer. I am devastated. I love him. The 9 years I was able to work with him and to just be in his presence was truly a blessing. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family."

"An actor prepares… Sending love to Andre’s family and friends and all of us who had the honor of working with him. #brooklyn99."

"Heartbroken to hear about the passing of the brilliant Andre Baugher. Sending love to all of his family and friends. Playing his other half in Brooklyn Nine-Nine will forever be one of the highlights of my career."

“Everyone at FOX is devastated by the sudden loss of our friend and colleague, the incredibly talented Andre Braugher. He will most certainly be remembered for his iconic comedic and dramatic roles across both film and television, but he will be remembered mostly for his big heart, kindness and the lasting impact he made on his friends, family and fans everywhere. Andre was the heart and soul of the Nine-Nine and will forever be our Captain. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Andre's family and loved ones at this time.” 

"I got to know Andre a little while doing the Brooklyn Nine-Nine pilot. He was a kind, thoughtful, supremely talented person. The way he and Andy’s opposite approaches to acting baffled & then slowly influenced each other was a magical dynamic that was the heart of the show."

"Just so gutted to hear about the loss of Andre Braugher. He was always so gracious and nice to me in those early days of Brooklyn Nine Nine. The first event I went to as Joes plus one, I was self conscious and didn’t want to get in the way of the cast doing their thing, so I walked around alone and ended up at an empty card table. Andre saw me there and came over to keep me company when he absolutely did not have to. He made me feel like I mattered. I have never forgotten that kindness. I have a feeling he did that for a lot of people. We have lost a wonderful man and an incredible talent. May his memory be a blessing."

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