Walker, Texas Ranger Star Clarence Gilyard Jr. Dead At 66
perezhilton.comAnother great has sadly made their way into the light. Clarence Gilyard Jr., known best for his roles in Walker, Texas Ranger and Diehard, has unfortunately passed away at just 66 years old.
The news was announced late Monday night through a University of Nevada, Las Vegas Instagram post, where he had been working as an associate professor at the UNLV College of Fine Arts since 2006.
Dean Nancy J. Uscher wrote: Related: Celebrity Fitness Expert Eric The Trainer Dead At 53 UNLV film chair Heather Addison added: See the full announcement (below): Gilyard had a professional role as an actor, director, and producer that spanned over 40 years, and in addition to Walker, Texas Ranger, where he played Chuck Norris’ partner, he made notable appearances in Matlock, The Karate Kid Part II, CHiPS, and Top Gun.
As of now, no details regarding the cause of his death have been revealed. Rest in peace to a legend. [Images via Walker, Texas Ranger/YouTube & Nicky Nelson/WENN] The post <i>Walker, Texas Ranger</i> Star Clarence Gilyard Jr.
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