Actor Powers Boothe Dead At 68

Beloved character actor Powers Boothe passed away in his sleep over the weekend. Tributes are pouring in for the 68-year-old actor who often played villains but was anything but evil in real life.

Boothe, who won an Emmy for his potrayal of cult leader Jim Jones, will be buried in his home state of Texas. True to his personal character, his family is requesting donations be made to the Gary Sinise Foundation in his memory to help veterans.

Just sad, shocking and unexpected news. We had dinner with @GarySinise and friends weeks ago. Nicest man. #RIP https://t.co/elIA2VlZ0c

— James Woods (@RealJamesWoods) May 15, 2017

"I'd take that deal in crawfish, then drill that old Devil in the ass." " Let's get gone, let's get gone": RIP Powers Boothe

— Norm Macdonald (@normmacdonald) May 15, 2017

It's with great sadness that I mourn the passing of my friend Powers Boothe. A dear friend, great actor, devoted father & husband.

— Beau Bridges (@MrBeauBridges) May 14, 2017

A news report from CBS Los Angeles has more details on the “Deadwood” actor’s life and death in the video below.

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Powers Boothe’s talent is undeniable. Given Boothe’s personal reputation of being a stellar family man and friend, his portrayals of villains showcased his talent.