Peter Jason Dead

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Actor Peter Jason has passed away at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy of over 270 acting credits, according to his IMDb page. Jason was known for his iconic roles in the HBO western drama Deadwood and the classic film The Karate Kid. His colleagues, including Halloween director John Carpenter, have taken to social media to express their grief and pay tribute to the late actor.

Jason's career in the entertainment industry spanned over five decades, with his first TV appearance in 1967. He went on to work with renowned directors such as John Carpenter and Walter Hill, appearing in films like Rio Lobo, Prince of Darkness, and They Live. Jason's film roles also included 48 Hrs., Heartbreak Ridge, and Seabiscuit. In addition to his work in film and television, Jason frequently acted in plays and TV commercials, and even voiced characters in video games like Fallout 2.

News of Jason's death began to circulate on February 20, with tributes pouring in from famous colleagues, including Titanic star Billy Zane, who co-starred with Jason in The Man Who Came Back and The Downside of Bliss. Zane shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, describing Jason as "the brightest light, most generous soul and gregarious of men, the supremely talented and kind Peter Jason." Other celebrities, including Jason Charles Miller and Matthew Asner, have also paid tribute to the late actor, celebrating his legacy as a character actor and a kind soul.

Jason's on-screen career was marked by his versatility and range, with appearances in a wide variety of television shows, including Hawaii Five-O, Hart to Hart, and The Golden Girls. He also played card dealer Con Stapleton on 26 episodes of HBO's critically acclaimed series Deadwood. Jason is survived by his wife Eileen and daughter Robin Goldwasser. As the entertainment industry mourns the loss of this talented actor, his legacy will live on through his extensive body of work, including his iconic roles in cinema and television.

Some of Peter Jason's notable works include:

• The Karate Kid
• Deadwood
• Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
• Congo
• Mortal Kombat
• Rio Lobo
• Prince of Darkness
• They Live
• 48 Hrs.
• Heartbreak Ridge
• Seabiscuit

Jason's contributions to the entertainment industry will be remembered for years to come, and his legacy will continue to inspire new generations of actors and filmmakers.

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