US actor Tom Skerritt, star of "Alien" and "Top Gun", dies at 93

US actor Tom Skerritt, winner of an Emmy Award, has died at the age of 93, his family said in a statement, adding that he passed away on Wednesday from natural causes. He was known for roles in "Alien", "Top Gun", "M*A*S*H" and the series "Picket Fences".

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• The actor's family said in a statement that he died on Wednesday from natural causes.

  «His family said in a statement he died Wednesday of natural causes.»

  Associated Press News
• Skerritt was known for playing Sheriff Jimmy Brock in the TV series "Picket Fences".

  «known for his role as Sheriff Jimmy Brock on the popular TV show “Picket Fences,”»

  al.com
• Reuters described him as a versatile actor who appeared in blockbuster films such as "Alien", "M*A*S*H" and "Top Gun".

  «Versatile actor Tom Skerritt, who starred in Hollywood megahits including the sci-fi classic "Alien,"»

  Reuters on MSN
• CNN highlighted his presence on both the big and small screens, from "Top Gun" to "Picket Fences".

  «the plucky and handsome actor who charmed audiences on both the big and small screen»

  CNN

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