Peter Graves Dies at 83
Sad breaking news, as the LAT reports actor Peter Graves was found dead in his Pacific Palisades home today at age 83, of natural causes. I recently spoke with Graves on the eve of receiving his long-overdue star on the Walk of Fame for what would turn out to be one of his last in-depth interviews. As suave, austere and considered in person as he is on screen, Grave reminisced on everything from working in early classics like Stalag 17 and The Night of the Hunter, to his string of low-budget sci-fi efforts from the '50s, to his iconic work as Jim Phelps in Mission: Impossible and Airplane!'s Cpt. Oveur. He also expressed interest in reprising Phelps in the upcoming Mission: Impossible 4. Sadly, it wasn't meant to be.
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a class act.
he's left nothing but good work and great memories.
bless Mr. Graves and condolences to his near and dear.
As sad as this news is to hear, It's rare to have a death from Hollywood that isn't drug related. On top of that, it was natural causes. RIP Peter Graves.
This man is a legend; always will be. RIP, Mr. Graves.
Hope his life was as happy as it was long.
No matter how bad I am feeling, just thinking of him in "Airplane" brings a smile to my face..."Billy, do you like gladiator movies?" RIP, Peter.
Thanks for so many good memories. RIP Peter.