Skip to contentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWant to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Membership today.Join todayAlready a member? Log inMark KennedyThursday 22 October 2026 22:02 BST(Getty)Emmy-winning actor Tom Skerritt, renowned for his roles in Top Gun, Alien, and Picket Fences, died of natural causes on Wednesday at age 93.Skerritt won an Emmy Award in 1993 for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his portrayal of a kindly sheriff on Picket Fences.His memorable film career spanned decades and featured roles in iconic movies including Steel Magnolias, Contact, Alien, and A River Runs Through It.He launched his screen career in the 1962 film War Hunt alongside Robert Redford, initiating a lifelong friendship and creative partnership.Skerritt, who initially pursued filmmaking before finding long-term acting success, is survived by his wife, Julie Tokashiki, and five children.In fullTop Gun star Tom Skerritt dies aged 93More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in