Veteran Actor Peter Jason Dies at 80

The prolific character actor, known for roles in 'Deadwood' and John Carpenter films, passed away on February 20, 2025.

Peter Jason, a Hollywood native with a career spanning nearly six decades, passed away at the age of 80 on February 20, 2025.
Jason was celebrated for his role as Con Stapleton in HBO's 'Deadwood' and frequent collaborations with directors John Carpenter and Walter Hill.
He amassed over 260 acting credits across film, television, and video games, including appearances in 'The Karate Kid,' '48 Hrs.,' and 'Prince of Darkness.'
Tributes poured in from colleagues, including John Carpenter, Billy Zane, and Matthew Asner, who remembered him as a talented actor and dear friend.
Jason is survived by his wife Eileen, daughter Robin Goldwasser, and son Andrew; the cause of death was confirmed as cancer by a representative.