Top Gun star Tom Skerritt has died at the age of 93. The actor, who also appeared in Alien in 1979, died of natural causes on Wednesday, October 22.
Family Pays Tribute
In a statement, his family wrote: "While the world knew Tom through his remarkable acting career, we knew him for his humour, curiosity, wisdom, generosity and the love he brought into our lives. He cared deeply about imagination, creativity, storytelling, service, veterans, the natural world and helping others find and share their own voices."
Skerritt was widely known for his role as Viper in the 1986 film Top Gun, as well as his performance in the original Alien horror classic.
Career Highlights
His death marks the loss of a celebrated figure in Hollywood, with a career spanning several decades and a range of iconic films.
Further details about his life and legacy are expected to emerge as tributes continue.
