Actor From One Of My Favorite Childhood Shows Passes Away
Actor Gary Graham, celebrated for his iconic roles in the TV series and TV movies “Alien Nation,” tragically passed away from cardiac arrest, confirmed by his wife, Becky Graham. The sorrowful news was conveyed to The Hollywood Reporter by Becky, revealing that Gary breathed his last on Monday, January 22, 2024, at a hospital in Spokane, Washington.
Gary and Becky had cherished 25 years of marriage, with Becky being his fourth wife. The announcement of Gary’s passing resonated deeply across social media platforms. His first wife, Susan Lavelle, took to Facebook to pay homage to her former husband’s memory. Susan’s poignant tribute featured numerous photos of Gary, portraying him as possessing a “witty, sarcastic sense of humor yet kind-hearted, fiercely principled, devoutly Christian, and immensely proud of his daughter, Haylee.”
Gary’s portrayal of detective Matthew Sikes in “Alien Nation” earned him widespread acclaim, marking a pivotal role in his career. Beyond the TV series, he reprised the character in five TV movies, including “Alien Nation: Dark Horizon,” “Alien Nation: Body and Soul,” “Alien Nation: Millennium,” “Alien Nation: The Enemy Within,” and “Alien Nation: The Udara Legacy.”
In addition to Becky and Susan, Gary had previously been married to Caren Leslie Williams and Diane Patricia Vaughan. Notably, his union with Becky was the only one that endured without ending in divorce. Gary is survived by his wife, daughter, and two sisters, Colleen and Jeannine, who will cherish his memory dearly.
Gary’s extensive career spanned over 100 projects, as meticulously documented by IMDb, with three projects currently in post-production. As the entertainment industry mourns his loss, Gary’s legacy as a versatile and talented actor continues to resonate profoundly with audiences worldwide.
