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Hollywood’s lost a legend, Tom Troupe, and the internet’s buzzing about it. Tom Troupe, the silver-screen charmer who gave us chills in Star Trek and thrills in Mission: Impossible, has passed away at 97.
Troupe died Sunday, July 20, 2025, in his Beverly Hills, California, home from natural causes, according to a press release and also confirmed by his longtime publicist, Harlan Boll.
Mark Cocanougher, Troupe's nephew, posted on Instagram, "My uncle, Tom Troupe, passed away peacefully at home this morning."
“He had a lovely, full life, and an equally graceful departure. His dear son, Christopher Troupe, was here all day yesterday, and that was such a source of peace for them and for me. I know that Tom and my aunt, Carole Cook, touched many lives, and I’m grateful for any positive impact they have had among so many friends and fans through their work and generous spirit.”
From then on, searches for "Tom Troupe's death" spiked as fans flooded social media with tributes, proving this golden-age icon still holds a special place in our hearts.
A Career That Spanned Eras and Genres
Tom Troupe wasn’t just an actor—he was a time capsule of TV’s greatest hits. He is the man who appeared in dozens of TV shows over the course of a decades-long career.He was originally from Kansas City, Missouri. In 1948, he relocated to New York to pursue a career in acting. But at first he served in the Korean War'; after that he won a Bronze Star, as per his representative. After serving from there, he returned to New York, and then he made his Broadway debut in 1957 in a production of "The Diary of Anne Frank."
After 10 years, he shifted to Los Angeles; there,he went on to appear in more than 70 television shows, most of them single-episode roles. He also had roles in popular films like "Mission Impossible," "Star Trek," "The Fugitive," "The Man from U.N.C.L.E.," "The Wild Wild West," and "Cheers."
In 1968, Tom Troupe co-wrote and performed in the film "Sofi," which was adapted from Nikolai Gogol's "Diary of a Madman."
Troupe also continued his stage career, acting in productions of "The Lion in Winter," "Fathers Day," and "The Gin Game," partially co-starring his late wife, Carole Cook, who died in 2023. His acting career spans more than 60 years, and his credits include the films "The Big Fisherman," "The Devil's Brigade," and "Summer School."
After him in Troupe's family, his son, Christopher Troupe, and daughter-in-law, Becky Coulter, are there.
Tributes from the Heart
When people got this news, social media flooded with the responses that hit like a wave. Parade says Troupe’s family confirmed his passing, painting him as a cherished figure whose loss stings deep.
"You may not know his name, but Tom Troupe performed for decades on Broadway, on TV, and in movies."
wrote entertainment reporter George Pennacchio in remembrance of Troupe's legacy.
Even the fans of I Love Lucy paid their tribute.
"We are saddened to learn of the passing of Tom Troupe, longtime friend of Lucy and family,"
the Lucy Lounge wrote.
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