Tom Troupe, a prolific actor whose career spanned stage, film, and television, has died at the age of 97. He passed away peacefully at his home in Beverly Hills on Sunday morning, of natural causes, just five days after celebrating his 97th birthday. His publicist, Harlan Boll, confirmed the news.

Born on July 15, 1928, in Kansas City, Missouri, Troupe's journey in the world of acting began in local theater productions. In 1948, he moved to New York City and received a scholarship to study with the renowned acting teacher Uta Hagen at the Herbert Berghof Studio in Manhattan. During his time there in the early 1950s, he shared classes with aspiring actors such as Geraldine Page, Jason Robards, Sandy Dennis, and Lee Grant.

Before fully dedicating himself to acting, Troupe served in the Korean War, where he was awarded a Bronze Star. Upon his return to New York, he made his Broadway debut in 1957, playing Peter van Daan in "The Diary of Anne Frank," alongside Joseph Schildkraut.

In 1958, Troupe moved to Los Angeles, where he became a familiar face on television, appearing in over 75 series. His television credits include appearances in iconic shows such as "The Fugitive," "Mission: Impossible," "The Wild, Wild West," "Star Trek," "Cagney & Lacey," "CHiPs," "Knots Landing," "Murder, She Wrote," and "Cheers". He played Lt. Harold in the Star Trek episode "Arena". He also had roles in "Planet of the Apes," and "Quincy M.E.". In "Mission: Impossible" he played David Day.

Troupe also had a notable film career, with roles in "The Big Fisherman," "The Devil's Brigade," "Kelly's Heroes," "Summer School," and "My Own Private Idaho".

Despite his success in film and television, Troupe remained dedicated to the stage. He starred in productions of "The Lion in Winter," "Fathers Day," and "The Gin Game," all co-starring his wife, Carole Cook. He also appeared in the national tour of "Same Time Next Year," with Barbara Rush, and the Broadway production of "Romantic Comedy," starring Mia Farrow. Additionally, Troupe co-wrote and starred in the single-character play "The Diary of a Madman".

Tom Troupe married actress Carole Cook in 1964. Together, they received the 2002 L.A. Ovation Award for Career Achievement in recognition of their extensive stage work in Los Angeles. Cook, known for her roles in "Sixteen Candles" and "The Lucy Show," passed away in 2023 at the age of 98.

Troupe is survived by his son, Christopher Troupe, daughter-in-law Becky Coulter, granddaughter Ashley Troupe, and numerous nieces and nephews. No services or memorials have been announced at this time. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Entertainment Community Fund or the Pasadena Humane Society.