By Marc Malkin
07.04.2020 - 12:39 / breakingnews.ie
Actor Jay Benedict has died due to complications arising from a Covid-19 infection.
The actor, who appeared in a range of films and TV shows such as Emmerdale and Batman, The Dark Knight Rises, died on Saturday aged 68.
A statement posted on his website said: "It is with profound sorrow that we must announce Jay's death on the 4th of April due to complications arising from a COVID-19 infection."
Benedict played Newt's father in Alien sequel Aliens and starred in Emmerdale in 1997, playing
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Rest in peace, Jay Benedict.
Rest in peace, Jay Benedict.
Hollywood actor Jay Benedict passed away due to Coronavirus at the age of 68. The actor featured in films like The Dark Knight Rises and 1986 film Aliens. The American actor was also known for his stint in the UK TV Emmerdale. The actor Jay Benedict's representative confirmed the news of his demise to USA Today.
Aliens star Jay Benedict has died at the age of 68 after contracting coronavirus.
The late actor also had a role in 'Aliens'
Aliens actor Jay Benedict has passed away at the age of 68 after contracting coronavirus.
Aliens star Jay Benedict has died at the age of 68 after contracting COVID-19.
By Andreas Wiseman
Actor Jay Benedict, known for his roles in “Aliens” and “The Dark Knight Rises,” has died at age 68 due to complications from COVID-19. “It is with profound sorrow that we must announce Jay’s death on the 4th of April due to complications arising from a COVID-19 infection,” a message on the actor’s website reads.
Jay Benedict, best known for his roles in Foyle’s War, Emmerdale and Aliens, has died from complications related to COVID-19, according to his official website.