Actor Bill Paxton Dies At 61

Bill Paxton, the actor known for his roles in films like “Titanic” and “Aliens” and for his starring role on HBO’s “Big Love,” has died at the age of 61, Variety reports. The cause was complications from surgery, according to Variety, which also published a statement from Paxton’s family. “A loving husband and father, Bill began his career in Hollywood working on films in the art department and went on to have an illustrious career spanning four decades as a beloved and prolific actor and filmmaker.