Devin Harjes, "Boardwalk Empire" and "Manifest" actor, dies at 41

Devin Harjes, an actor  Devin Harjes, best known for his roles in Boardwalk Empire and Manifest, has died. He was 41 years old.

This rep, David Williams, says that Harjes was diagnosed with cancer last winter. He died Tuesday morning after being hospitalized at Mount Sinai West Hospital in New York City, Williams said.

"He was an artist of great conviction who never gave less than one hundred percent to any role he undertook," Williams said of Harjes. "As a person, he was generous, kind, understanding and devoted to his family and friends, a great horseback rider and had a magic way with all animals."

Harjes grew up in West Texas and studied acting in college before starting his career in the Dallas-Forth Worth theater scene, according to his website. He eventually went to New York City, where he kept working on his art.

The actor performed in off-Broadway productions and independent films before transitioning to television, where he played Jack Dempsey in "Boardwalk Empire." Harjes also had notable roles in "Daredevil," "Gotham," "Blue Bloods" and "Orange Is the New Black."

Harjes is survived by his parents, Randy and Rosanne Harjes, his sister Trish Harjes and his cat Maude.