Julia Roberts honors “Steel Magnolias” dad Tom Skerritt upon his death at 93
Actor Tom Skerritt dies at 93, remembered by Julia Roberts and others.
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- Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
- Primary Driver: Actor Tom Skerritt dies at 93, remembered by Julia Roberts and others.
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According to Cleveland.com and Yahoo, emotional tributes have poured in from fans and colleagues. Entertainment Weekly and Page Six note that Julia Roberts, who starred alongside Skerritt in the film 'Steel Magnolias', has honored her 'dad' in a heartfelt tribute.
The Telegraph highlights Skerritt's notable roles in films like 'Alien' and 'Top Gun', as well as his Emmy-winning performance in the TV series 'Picket Fences'. As the tributes continue to pour in, fans and colleagues are taking a moment to remember Skerritt's contributions to the entertainment industry.
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What are some of Tom Skerritt's notable roles?
He appeared in films like 'Alien', 'Top Gun', and 'Steel Magnolias', as well as the TV series 'Picket Fences'.
What is the age at which Tom Skerritt passed away?
93
Who has paid tribute to Tom Skerritt?
Julia Roberts and others, including fans and colleagues.
Who reported it (5)
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Emotional tributes pour in after ‘M*A*S*H’ and ‘Top Gun’ actor dies at 93Cleveland.com · 13h ago
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Julia Roberts honors ‘Steel Magnolias’ dad Tom Skerritt upon his death at 93Entertainment Weekly · 13h ago
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