By Geoffrey Huchel
Actor James B. Sikking, known for his work in both film and television, most notably on HILL STREET BLUES (1981-1987) and DOOGIE HOWSER, M.D. (1989-1993), passed away July 13, 2024 at his Los Angeles home from complications from dementia. He was 90.
Sikking’s career began in the 1950s. Throughout his 5 decades-long career he built a diverse body of work, until his retirement in 2012. Two of his most-well known roles are Lt. Howard Hunter on HILL STREET BLUES and Dr.