Earle Hyman, actor of screen and stage best known as Grandpa Huxtable on “The Cosby Show,” died Friday at age 91. For 40 episodes over the famed sitcom’s eight-season run, Hyman appeared in a recurring role as Cliff Huxtable’s father, Russell, who would often butt heads with his son in comedic fashion while serving as a voice of wisdom to his grandchildren. Hyman’s work on the episode earned him an Emmy nomination.
