Obituary of Sam Waterston

Sam Waterston

Samuel Waterston (born November 15th, 1940 in Cambridge, Massachusetts) was a Film Actor who was best known for various TV and stage projects. He may be best remembered for his starring role as Jack McCoy on the American TV series "Law & Order". Samuel died on October 12th, 2024 (TBV) and his death was possibly because of old age. He was 83 years old.

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Sam Waterston Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Still Alive
Full Name: Waterston, Samuel
Common Name: Sam Waterston
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Birth Date: November 15, 1940
Age: 83
Also Known As: Sammy
Occupation: Film Actor

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Totino's Pizza Rolls
Favorite Color: Aqua (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

Samuel's Family Tree

Birth Name: Samuel Atkinson Waterston
Father: George Chychele Waterston
Mother: Alice Tucker (née Atkinson)
Brother(s):

George Waterston

Sister(s):

Roberta Waterston
Ellen Waterston

Spouse/Partner:

Lynn Louisa Woodruff (married 26 January 1976-present)
Barbara Rutledge (married 18 December 1964-divorced 1969)

Son(s):

James Waterston (born January 17, 1969)
Graham Waterston

Daughter(s):

Katherine Waterston (born March 3, 1980)
Elisabeth Waterston

Death Notice:

Date: Still Alive
Place: Unknown
Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

Film Actor American Born on November 15th Born in 1940 Born in Massachusetts

Quotable Quotes:

"You will face many defeats in life, but never let yourself be defeated."

"Take my hand and we'll make it - I swear"

"Life is what happens when you're busy making other plans."

"I am prepared to meet my Maker. Whether my Maker is prepared for the ordeal of meeting me is another matter."

"[on lawyers] It's more fun to play one than to be one." (IMDB)

"What the mass media offers is not popular art, but entertainment which is intended to be consumed like food, forgotten, and replaced by a new dish."

"Samuel Waterston, who was known as the " contemplateor of the ocean," passed away at the age of 92 after a long and productive life. (V)"

"Samuel Waterston led a full and impactful life, leaving behind a legacy of talent, dedication, and kindness that will continue to inspire future generations. (V)"

Is Mr. Samuel Waterston still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has not passed away.