Peter Donat, who played Agent Fox Mulder’s father on “The X-Files” and acted in two Francis Ford Coppola films, died Monday at his home in Point Reyes, Calif. He was 90.
His wife, Maria, told the New York Times the cause was complications of diabetes.
Donat, perhaps most recognizable for his recurring “X-Files” role, was also a frequent stage actor, playing Cyrano de Bergerac, Prospero, Shylock, King Lear and Hadrian VII over the years.
He also guest starred on TV series like “The F.B.I.,” “Hawaii Five-O,” “Mannix,” McMillan & Wife,” “Hill Street Blues” and “Murder, She Wrote.”
The Canadian-born actor was drawn to acting by the career of his uncle, “Goodbye, Mr. Chips'” Robert Donat. His career began on stage, and he nabbed a few television roles before making his Broadway debut in 1957 in “The First Gentleman.”
Source: Variety
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Recent death of another “X-Files” actor: Burt Reynolds died at 82. Many fans still remember his role in Season's 9 "Improbable." Reynolds was chosen after he expressed his desire to appear in an episode of The X-Files to Robert Patrick, and Chris Carter approved the idea.
Three years ago, the late actor expressed his wish to return to Season 10: "I know it’s a very good show. And I’d like to do it again if they still remember me."
Three years ago, the late actor expressed his wish to return to Season 10: "I know it’s a very good show. And I’d like to do it again if they still remember me."