Top Gun and Picket Fences star Tom Skerritt died on Wednesday, October 21. He was 93. “We are heartbroken by his loss,” Skerritt’s family told The Hollywood Reporter in a Thursday, October 22, statement. “While the world knew Tom through his remarkable acting career, we knew him for his humor, curiosity, wisdom, generosity and the love he brought into our lives.” The statement concluded, “He cared deeply about imagination, creativity, storytelling, service, veterans, the natural world and helping others find and share their own voices.” Skerritt was renowned for his roles i...
'Top Gun' and 'Picket Fences' Actor Tom Skerritt Dead at 93
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Oct 23, 2026 • 1 hour ago
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