Tom Skerritt Dies: ‘Top Gun,’ ‘Picket Fences,’ ‘Alien’ Actor Was 93

Tom Skerritt, the versatile actor who over his 60-plus year career played memorable roles in projects such as Top Gun, Picket Fences, M*A*S*H and Alien, has died. His family confirmed the news to Deadline. He was 93.

Skerritt was often memorable in supporting roles for his quiet, powerful presence and infectious smile. On Picket Fences, however, he played the lead, Sheriff Jimmy Brock, and won an Emmy for the performance.

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