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

Deadline · October 22, 2026 at 3:19 PM

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, […]

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

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Tom Skerritt, star of ‘Alien’ and ‘Top Gun,’ dies at 93

Tom Skerritt, known for roles in "Alien," "Picket Fences," dies at 93

Tom Skerritt, ‘Alien’ and ‘Picket Fences’ Actor, Dead at 93

Veteran actor Tom Skerritt dies at 93

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