Read · October 22, 2026

Tom Skerritt, the 'Top Gun,' 'Alien' and 'Picket Fences' actor, dies at 93

From the LeftNPR: Actor Tom Skerritt, who played dads, cops and commanding officers, has died
Death confirmed by his representative, then the career from Alien to Picket Fences; opens on the writer's own sketch of him
Grade: C (76/100). Mixes in the reporter's opinion.
CenterForbes: Tom Skerritt, 'Top Gun,' 'Alien' and 'Cheers' star, dies at 93
The family statement on his death, then the credits from War Hunt to Broke and the Picket Fences Emmy; calls the films classics in its own voice
Grade: B (88/100). Uses loaded words.
From the RightThe Daily Caller: 'Top Gun' Star Dead At 93
The family statement via People, his credits and awards, and the family's request for privacy
Grade: A (100/100). No problems found.

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