Veteran actor Tom Skerritt dies at 93

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Published October 22, 2026 1:31 PM

Veteran actor Tom Skerritt, known for his roles in projects including "Steel Magnolias, "Alien" "Top Gun" and "Picket Fences," has died at the age of 93.

Skerritt died on Wednesday due to natural causes, according to a statement released by his family.

"We are heartbroken by his loss," the statement read, in part.

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