Tom Skerritt, known for roles in "Alien," "Top Gun" and TV's "Picket Fences," dies at age 93
Veteran actor Tom Skerritt, known for his roles in 'Alien', 'Top Gun', and 'Picket Fences', has passed away at age 93. His family confirmed he died of natural causes, highlighting a career that spanned decades across film and television.
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Skerritt was a highly respected character actor whose work influenced multiple generations of cinema and television, marking the end of a significant career in Hollywood.
Tom Skerritt, the actor known for his roles in "Alien," "Top Gun" and TV's "Picket Fences," has died, his publicist confirmed to CBS News on Thursday. He was 93.Skerritt died Wednesday of natural causes, his family said in a statement."We are heartbroken by his loss," the family said. "While the world knew Tom through his remarkable acting career, we knew him for his humor, curiosity, wisdom, generosity, and the love he brought into our lives."Skerritt was twice nominated for an Emmy — both for CBS' "Picket Fences," winning outstanding lead actor in a drama series in 1993.
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