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Death of actor Tom Skerritt

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American actor Tom Skerritt has died at the age of 93 from natural causes. His family and manager confirmed the news, noting his passing occurred on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Skerritt enjoyed a prolific career spanning over six decades with more than 100 credits. He was widely recognized for iconic roles in cinematic classics, such as Captain Dallas in ‘Alien’, flight instructor Mike ‘Viper’ Metcalf in ‘Top Gun’, and surgeon Duke Forrest in ‘M*A*S*H’. His diverse filmography also included ‘Steel Magnolias’, ‘A River Runs Through It’, and ‘The Turning Point’. He also made appearances in television series such as ‘Cheers’ and ‘The West Wing’. On television, Skerritt was an Emmy Award-winning performer for his role as Sheriff Jimmy Brock in the CBS series ‘Picket Fences’. Before his acting career, Skerritt served in the United States Air Force. He was also known for his philanthropic work, having co-founded The Film School in Seattle and created The Red Badge Project to support military veterans dealing with PTSD and depression. He is survived by his wife, Julie Tokashiki, five children, five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

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