Actor Clarence Gilyard Junior, known for his role in 'Top Gun' and 'Die Hard', has died.

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He was 66, No further details about his death have been made public.

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Mr Gilyard's death was confirmed by the University of Nevada Las Vegas.

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The actor had been working as a film and theatre professor at UNLV College.

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Mr Gilyard was born on December 24, 1955.

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As per sources, He spent a year at the US Air Force Academy as a cadet.

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In 1980s, He made no of guest appearances in the movies.

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The actor made his debut as Sundown in the movie 'Top Gun'.

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He played the terrorist computer whiz Theo in 'Die Hard'.

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He was previously married to Catherine Dutko. Mr Gilyard later married Elena in 2001.

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