Tom Skerritt, ‘Alien’ and ‘Top Gun’ Actor, Dies at 93
"While the world knew Tom through his remarkable acting career, we knew him for his humor," his family says of his passing The post Tom Skerritt, ‘Alien’ and ‘Top Gun’ Actor, Dies at 93 appeared first on TheWrap .
Tom Skerritt, the renowned actor known for his roles in "Alien," "Top Gun," and "A River Runs Through It," has passed away at the age of 93. His family released a statement expressing their grief, stating that he was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. They described him as someone with a great sense of humor, curiosity, wisdom, and generosity.
The statement also highlighted his dedication to imagination, creativity, storytelling, and helping others find their voices. Skerritt's career began with his feature film debut in "War Hunt" in 1962 and gained significant attention after his roles in "MAS*H" (1970) and "Alien" (1979). He also starred in major films such as "The Dead Zone" and "Steel Magnolias."
On television, Skerritt played Sheriff Jimmy Brock in the CBS drama "Picket Fences," for which he won the 1993 Primetime Emmy Award for outstanding lead actor in a drama series. In addition to his acting career, Skerritt co-founded TheFilmSchool in Seattle and the Red Badge Project, which aimed to assist veterans dealing with post-traumatic stress and other issues.
He is survived by his wife Julie Tokashiki and five children. The family is seeking privacy as they grieve and asks for respect as they prepare for a memorial service.
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