Dean Stockwell, the award-winning actor who was best known for playing Admiral “Al” on the popular sci-fi series “Quantum Leap” died on Sunday from natural causes. He was 85.
Stockwell also had a recurring role on CBS’ JAG, another series created by Donald P. Bellisario. He also shined on “Battlestar Galatica”.
The Oscar nominee, who made nearly 20 movies before he turned 15, was nominated for an Academy Award for his role as Tony “The Tiger” Russo in the 1988 comedy “Married To The Mob”.
Tributes from Hollywood including his good friend and co- star Scott Bakula, Michele Phifer, and so many more continue to pour in. I will always remember him as an incredible actor who always had the mischievous glint of humor in his eyes. Read some of the heartfelt tribute messages here. https://www.newsweek.com/tributes-paid-dean-stockwell-quantum-leap-star-after-his-death-aged-85-tributes-1647280
