Oldest Professional U.S. Actor, Mike Nussbaum, Dies at 99
Nussbaum, Known for Roles in 'Field of Dreams' and 'Men in Black', Passed Away Days Before His 100th Birthday
- Mike Nussbaum, known as the oldest professional actor in the U.S., has died at the age of 99, just six days before his 100th birthday.
- He died of natural causes at his home in Chicago, according to his daughter, Karen Nussbaum.
- Nussbaum had a prolific career in stage and film, with notable roles in 'Field of Dreams' and 'Men in Black'.
- He was acknowledged by the Actor’s Equity Association union multiple times as the oldest professional actor in the country.
- A private funeral service is planned, and a public memorial service will be held next year.