Star Trek and Mission: Impossible star Tom Troupe dies aged 97: Hollywood in mourning as legendary actor passes away just five days after celebrating his birthday
97-year-old actor Tom Troupe, who was famous for roles in Star Trek and Mission: Impossible, passed away according to his family’s confirmation on Sunday.
On a fateful day, July 20, I found myself mourning the loss of my beloved idol, who took his final breath at his residence in the glittering heart of Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, California. Ironically, this happened merely five days following his birthday celebration – a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of our adoration and heroes’ mortality.
He leaves behind his son Christopher Troupe, his daughter-in-law Becky Coulter, his granddaughter Ashley Troupe, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Actor Troupe was wedded to Carole Cook, who starred in Sixteen Candles, from 1964 until her passing due to heart failure at the age of 98 in the year 2023.
In place of asking for flowers, appeals have been issued instead for donations to either the Entertainment Community Fund or the Pasadena Humane Society.
The actor was born on July 15, 1928, in North Kansas City, Missouri.
In 1948, he relocated to New York, and later, in the early 1950s, he attended the Herbert Berghof Studio in Manhattan. This was made possible by a scholarship bestowed upon him by the late actress-cum-teacher Uta Hagen, who was renowned for her role in Reversal of Fortune.
The group participated in the Korean War, a conflict that took place between 1950 and 1953, and received a Bronze Star in recognition of their service.
After the war ended, Tim found himself back in New York City where he first appeared on Broadway in 1957, playing Peter van Daan in “The Diary of Anne Frank.” This production featured notable stars like Joseph Schildkraut and Gusti Huber as well.
In the ensuing year, Troupe shifted base to Los Angeles, California. There, he secured numerous prestigious roles in films and television series throughout the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s.
In the realm of television, I found myself gracing two iconic shows back in 1967 – I took on the role of David Day in Mission: Impossible and that of Lieutenant Matthew Harold in Star Trek. Quite a memorable year for my acting career!
This troupe was featured in shows such as The Fugitive, The Wild Wild West, Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman, Cagney & Lacey, CHiPs, Knots Landing, and Murder She Wrote.
Additional works he’s associated with are “Cheers,” “The Big Fisherman,” “The Devil’s Brigade,” “Kelly’s Heroes,” “Summer School,” and “My Own Private Idaho.
In a theatrical production, he shared the limelight with Carole, who, together with Troupe, received the 2002 Los Angeles Ovation Award for Career Achievement. This award was given in recognition of their accomplishments. They acted alongside each other in The Lion in Winter, Fathers Day, and The Gin Game.
He also co-wrote a one-actor play called The Diary of a Madman.
Besides founding The Faculty, a renowned acting school based in Los Angeles, Troupe teamed up with Charles Nelson Reilly, Lu Leonard, John Erman, and Dom DeLuise for its establishment.
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2025-07-21 10:18