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Tom Skerritt, known for roles in "Alien," "Top Gun" and TV's "Picket Fences," dies at age 93
CBS News • • general
Key Points:
- Tom Skerritt, renowned actor from "Alien," "Top Gun," and "Picket Fences," passed away at 93 due to natural causes, confirmed by his family and publicist.
- Skerritt won an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series in 1993 for "Picket Fences" and had notable roles in films such as "The Turning Point," "Steel Magnolias," and "Contact."
- He began his career with a role in the 1962 film "War Hunt," alongside future stars like Robert Redford, who later cast Skerritt in "A River Runs Through It," highlighting their lifelong friendship.
- Skerritt’s career spanned television, film, and stage, including Broadway debut in 2013’s "A Time to Kill," and he also directed the 1997 TV movie "Divided by Hate."
- He is survived by his third wife, Julie Tokashiki, and five children, with his family remembering him for his humor, generosity, and love beyond his acting legacy.
