John Heard, the actor best known for his role as Peter McAllister in the Home Alone franchise, died Friday. The County of Santa Clara Medical Examiner-Coroner confirmed Heard's death at the age of 71 to Et.
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According to multiple reports, the actor was found dead in a hotel in Palo Alto, California, reportedly recovering from back surgery. The cause of death is still under investigation.
Heard began his acting career in the 70's, appearing on stage, television and various films. With over 170 acting credits to his name, he had roles in the Tom Hanks film, Big, Beaches, Chilly Scenes of Winter, Heart Beat, Cutter’s Way and Cat People. Heard also appeared in episodes of Battlestar Galactica, NCIS: Los Angeles, Modern Family, Sharnako and Outsiders, as well as had a couple of projects in post-production, including Imprisoned, Graffiti, The Tale, and was filming...
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According to multiple reports, the actor was found dead in a hotel in Palo Alto, California, reportedly recovering from back surgery. The cause of death is still under investigation.
Heard began his acting career in the 70's, appearing on stage, television and various films. With over 170 acting credits to his name, he had roles in the Tom Hanks film, Big, Beaches, Chilly Scenes of Winter, Heart Beat, Cutter’s Way and Cat People. Heard also appeared in episodes of Battlestar Galactica, NCIS: Los Angeles, Modern Family, Sharnako and Outsiders, as well as had a couple of projects in post-production, including Imprisoned, Graffiti, The Tale, and was filming...
- 7/22/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
Another untimely death cripples this week as it’s being reported that John Heard has passed away at the age of 72. He was found dead in a Palo Alto, CA hotel after undergoing back surgery. The Santa Clara Medical Examiner’s office confirmed his death, says Variety. Best known to most as Peter McAllister in the […]...
- 7/22/2017
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
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