Art Evans Dies: ‘Die Hard 2’ & ‘A Soldier’s Story’ Actor Was 82
Art Evans, the actor known for his roles in Die Hard 2 and A Soldier’s Story, has died. He was 82.
The actor’s rep tells Deadline he died on Saturday, Dec. 21 of diabetes, “a condition he courageously managed for many years.” No other details were immediately available.
“Art was not only an incredible actor but a devoted husband, friend, and source of light to everyone who knew him,” his wife Babe said in a statement. “His laughter, passion, and love of life will be deeply missed. While our hearts are heavy, we celebrate the legacy of joy and inspiration he leaves behind.”
His talent reps LyNea Bell and Charleen McGuire remembered him as “a remarkable talent who touched many lives with his work. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.”
Born March 27, 1942 in Los Angeles, Evans came up at Frank Silvera’s Theater of Being before landing...
The actor’s rep tells Deadline he died on Saturday, Dec. 21 of diabetes, “a condition he courageously managed for many years.” No other details were immediately available.
“Art was not only an incredible actor but a devoted husband, friend, and source of light to everyone who knew him,” his wife Babe said in a statement. “His laughter, passion, and love of life will be deeply missed. While our hearts are heavy, we celebrate the legacy of joy and inspiration he leaves behind.”
His talent reps LyNea Bell and Charleen McGuire remembered him as “a remarkable talent who touched many lives with his work. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.”
Born March 27, 1942 in Los Angeles, Evans came up at Frank Silvera’s Theater of Being before landing...
- 12/22/2024
- by Glenn Garner and Natalie Oganesyan
- Deadline Film + TV
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