Tom Skerritt, a veteran film and television actor whose six-decade career included prominent roles in Alien and Top Gun, has died at the age of 93, his publicist told Variety. The publicist said Skerritt died of natural causes.
Career highlights
Skerritt built a long-lasting career as a versatile performer, appearing across both film and television. His credits include appearances in the landmark science-fiction film Alien and the high-profile aviation drama Top Gun, as well as roles in MAS*H, A River Runs Through It and the television series Picket Fences.
A steady presence on screen
Across roughly 60 years of work, Skerritt was a steady presence who moved between supporting and leading parts in dramas, comedies and genre films. His body of work made him a familiar face to multiple generations of audiences and directors.
Legacy
Skerritt’s death removes one of the longer-serving figures in American film and television acting. His performances across a wide range of projects leave a catalogue that continues to be seen by audiences worldwide. Further details beyond the statement to Variety have not been released.