James Tolkan, Iconic Authority Figure From Back to the Future and Top Gun, Dies at 94
James Tolkan, the veteran actor best known for his strict vice principal Strickland in Back to the Future and hard-nosed commander Stinger in Top Gun, died at 94. His representative confirmed the news and no cause of death was released; Tolkan's credits also include WarGames, Dick Tracy, and frequent collaborations with Sidney Lumet.