Stockwell acted for more than 70 years, starting his career on Broadway at the age of seven.
“That’s the favorite part I’ve ever had in a film,” he toldPsychotronic Videoin 1995.
I got a lot of recognition.
I got the National Board of Review award, the New York Film Critics award and the Oscar nomination.
Of course, I didn’t get the Oscar, but it was very moving.
Some people might pooh-pooh it and say it didn’t mean anything, but it does.
It’s really gratifying to get the recognition from your peers."
During the show’s five season run, Stockwell was nominated for an Emmy award four times.
He leaves behind his wife, Joy, and their two children, Austin and Sophie.
As news of his passing spread, tributes on social media poured in from fans and fellow actors.
“Dean Stockwell was one of the greatest actors of his generation,” Alex Winter wrote onTwitter.
“Less showboaty and affected than many of his more famous contemporaries, but often more nuanced and interesting.
And Lydia Cornellposted, “Rest in Peace Dean Stockwell.
What an amazing actor.
He always had a [mischievous] glint of humor in his eyes.
