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Tom Skerritt

Tom Skerritt - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornAugust 25, 1933
Age92
BirthplaceDetroit, Michigan, United States
Zodiac SignVirgo - (see also Tom Skerritt's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacRooster
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForProlific film and television actor best known for 'M*A*S*H' (1970), 'Alien' (1979), 'Top Gun' (1986), and 'Picket Fences' (1992–1996).

Intro

Tom Skerritt is an acclaimed American actor known for his roles in major Hollywood films and television series, including 'M*A*S*H,' 'Alien,' 'Top Gun,' and 'Picket Fences.' He has had a career spanning over six decades, often portraying authority figures or stoic mentors.

Early Life & Background

Tom Skerritt was born on August 25, 1933, in Detroit, Michigan. He attended Wayne State University and the University of California, Los Angeles. Skerritt served in the United States Air Force before starting his acting career.[1][2]

Career Highlights

  • Made film debut in 'War Hunt' (1962).
  • Played Captain Augustus Bedford 'Duke' Forrest in 'M*A*S*H' (1970).
  • Portrayed Dallas, the Nostromo captain, in the sci-fi classic 'Alien' (1979).
  • Starred as Viper in 'Top Gun' (1986).
  • Won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his role as Sheriff Jimmy Brock in 'Picket Fences' (1993).

Trivia

  • Skerritt has more than 200 film and television credits.
  • He co-founded The Film School in Seattle, which focuses on storytelling for writers, directors, and actors.
  • He has been married three times and has several children.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Tom Skerritt?

Tom Skerritt is 92 years old.

When was Tom Skerritt born?

Tom Skerritt was born the 25 August 1933.

Where is Tom Skerritt from?

Detroit, Michigan, United States.

On His Birth-Day

About August 25th, 1933, in brief:

  • Historical events: Air France commenced its inaugural operations on August 25, 1933, marking the beginning of its services in the aviation industry. The airline was established to provide domestic and international flights, contributing to the development of air travel in France.
  • Day of the week: August 25th, 1933 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: Gold Diggers of 1933 directed by Mervyn LeRoy

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Skerritt
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Tom-Skerritt
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000643/