Well known to sci-fi fans for his roles in Dune (1984), Quantum Leap, and the Battlestar Galactica reboot, actor Dean Stockwell has died in his sleep of natural causes.

Science-fiction often doesn't fare well in entertainment awards, but he impressively received 4 Primetime Emmy nominations for best supporting actor plus two Golden Globe nominations and a win for his Quantum Leap role.

Also a prolific actor outside of science fiction, Variety have written a thoughtful tribute his career.

[ Main Image: Dean Stockwell in Quantum Leap. Credit: NBC via GrizzlyBomb. ]

References

Dagan, Carmel (November 8, 2021). Dean Stockwell, ‘Quantum Leap’ Star, Dies at 85. Variety.

Moore, Sam (November 9, 2021). Dean Stockwell death: David Lynch leads tributes to Quantum Leap actor. Independent.

Wikipedia. List of awards and nominations received by Dean Stockwell. (viewed November 10, 2021)