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Tom Ligon

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Tom Ligon was an American actor known for his roles in 'Bang the Drum Slowly,' 'Paint Your Wagon,' and television series like 'The Young and the Restless' and 'Oz.'

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Tom Ligon was an American actor of Cajun ancestry, born on September 10, 1940. He gained recognition for his film roles, notably Horton Fenty in 'Paint Your Wagon' (1969) and Piney Woods in 'Bang the Drum Slowly' (1973), where he also sang the title song. His television career was extensive, including appearances in 'The Young and the Restless,' 'Oz,' and 'Law & Order,' among others. Ligon had a notable stage career, performing in productions such as 'Your Own Thing' and 'Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo.' He was also active in union work, serving as Chair of SAG-AFTRA's National Seniors Committee and on the Board of Directors of the New York Screen Actors Guild. Known for his vibrant personality, Ligon once famously fought off an intruder in his Greenwich Village apartment. He passed away on June 26, 2026, at the age of 85.

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  1. Tom Ligon — WikipediaWikipediaReference
  2. Tom Ligon, Actor in ‘Bang the Drum Slowly,’ Dies at 85hollywood-reporter
  3. Tom Ligon Dies: Stage & Screen Actor Who Served On SAG-AFTRA’s New York Board Was 85deadline

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