Clarence Gilyard, known from Die Hard, has died

Clarence Gilyard has died at the age of 66.

Clarence Gilyard worked at the university as a professor. PDO

An actor known for his many roles Clarence Gilyard has died at the age of 66.

He had been ill for a longer time, but no further information has been given about the illness.

Gilyard is best known for his roles In Die Hard, in Matlock and Walker, in Texas Ranger. He acted in Matlock for no less than 13 years.

In Die Hard, his role was to be a terrorist and computer expert Theo.

Clarence Gilyard (right) played a terrorist in Die Hard. PDO

His career in the film and theater world lasted more than 30 years.

In addition to acting, Gilyard taught acting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Gliyard was married twice and had six children.

About that reports Variety.

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