Washington, Feb. 8 -- Actor Tony Roberts, best known for his work on Broadway and in films directed by Woody Allen, has passed away at the age of 85.

The news of his death was confirmed by his daughter, Nicole Burley, to The New York Times. The actor died due to complications from lung cancer, according to Variety.

Roberts had a long and successful career in both theater and film. According to Variety, the actor was nominated for two Tony Awards, once for his role in the musical How Now, Dow Jones (1968) and again for Play It Again, Sam (1969), a play written by Woody Allen. He later reprised his role in the film adaptation of Play It Again, Sam in 1972.

Over the years, the actor became a frequent collaborator of Woody Allen, appearing...