Highlights from the acting career of Tom Skerritt

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Highlights from the acting career of Tom Skerritt. (2026, October 23). The Sydney Morning Herald. https://www.smh.com.au/culture/highlights-from-the-acting-career-of-tom-skerritt-20261023-p6182b.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The Sydney Morning Herald · collected 2026-10-23

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Tom Skerritt, an Emmy-winning actor known for his roles as a flight instructor in "Top Gun," a sheriff in the TV series "Picket Fences," and the captain in "Alien," has passed away at the age of 93. The article highlights key moments from his acting career but does not provide additional details about his death or funeral arrangements.

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Tom Skerritt, an Emmy-winning actor known for his roles as a flight instructor in Top Gun, a tough-but-fair sheriff on TV’s Picket Fences, and the doomed captain in Alien, has died at the age of 93. The news was reported by the Sydney Morning Herald. Skerritt's career spanned several decades, with memorable performances that showcased his versatility as an actor. His death marks the end of a significant chapter in Hollywood history.

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