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'The X-Files' Actor Peter Donat Dies at 90

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Peter Donat, who appeared on several popular TV shows during his 50-year career, has died at age 90.
Peter Donat — who appeared on several popular TV shows during his 50-year career and played Mulder’s father on « The X-Files » — has died… according to his wife.
He reportedly died Monday at his home in Point Reyes Station, California from complications of diabetes.
Donat began his career in 1953 and was a familiar face on television for decades. He guest-starred and had recurring roles on shows like « Mission: Impossible, » « The F. B. I., » « The Waltons, » « Hawaii Five-O, » « Hill Street Blues » and « Murder, She Wrote. »
Peter had a notable role in the famous « Who Shot J. R.? » episode of « Dallas » in 1980 … and played William Mulder, Agent Mulder’s dad, on 6 episodes of « The X-Files. » His film credits include  » The Godfather Part II, » « The War of the Roses » and « The Game. »
The veteran actor had a long career on Broadway as well, making his debut in 1957.
He was 90.

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