Colleagues honor late actor Tom Skerritt, 93

‘Picket Fences’ actor Tom Skerritt dies at 93

Cleveland.com • 23 oct. 15h24

Emmy-winning actor Tom Skerritt died of natural causes on Oct. 21, 2026, prompting tributes from colleagues and family.

Julia Roberts remembers 'Steel Magnolias' dad Tom Skerritt after his death at 93

Page Six • 23 oct. 14h21

Julia Roberts posted a photo and tribute to Tom Skerritt on Instagram after his death at 93, while his family released a statement remembering his life and career.

Tom Skerritt: Top Gun and Picket Fences actor dies aged 93

The Independent • 23 oct. 06h47

Tom Skerritt, the Emmy-winning actor celebrated for roles in Top Gun, Picket Fences and Alien, died of natural causes at age 93.

Julia Roberts honors “Steel Magnolias” dad Tom Skerritt upon his death at 93

Yahoo • 23 oct. 04h22

Actor Tom Skerritt, 93, died of natural causes, prompting tributes from Julia Roberts and other colleagues who highlighted his memorable roles and personal kindness.

Tom Skerritt, known for roles in "Alien," "Top Gun" and TV's "Picket Fences," dies at age 93

CBS News • 22 oct. 20h56

Tom Skerritt, a 93-year-old actor celebrated for roles in films such as "Alien" and "Top Gun" and for his Emmy-winning work on "Picket Fences," died of natural causes.

Actor Tom Skerritt, who played dads, cops and commanding officers, has died

NPR • 22 oct. 20h12

Tom Skerritt died of natural causes at age 93, leaving a legacy of iconic performances in films such as "Alien" and "Top Gun" and a career that earned him an Emmy for the TV series "Picket Fences."

'Picket Fences,' 'Alien, 'M*A*S*H' Actor Was 93

The Hollywood Reporter • 22 oct. 19h40

Tom Skerritt died of natural causes at age 93, leaving a six-decade career that included notable film and television roles and an Emmy win for Picket Fences.