Tom Skerritt | 25/8/1933 | 88
Tom Skerritt is an actor well-known for his ‘outdoor’ looks. Born in Detroit, he served in the United States Air Force for four years after graduating from high school. After graduating with a degree from UCLA, Skerritt made his debut in War Hunt in 1962. He then appeared in notable films such as M*A*S*H, Big Bad Mama, and Ice Castles. Perhaps his most memorable role was as Captain Arthur Dallas in Alien in 1979. He reportedly got a payment equivalent to one-half percent of the film’s box-office ratings, around $106.3 million. More importantly, this earned him $5.31 million, which is worth around $18 million today.
Another notable role that Skerritt played was Jimmy Brock, the sheriff in the series Picket Fence. Through his role, he won an Emmy and received numerous Emmy and Golden Globe nominations. Today, Skerritt remains active, with his latest project being East of the Mountains, released in 2021. Aside from acting, Skerritt has made an investment in establishing his digital media company, Heyou Media.
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