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Homeland actor James Rebhorn dead at 65 after a long battle with skin cancer

By Daily Mail Reporter

PUBLISHED: 13:50 EST, 23 March 2014 | UPDATED: 22:16 EST, 24 March 2014

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Homeland actor James Rebhorn has died after after a long battle with skin cancer, TMZ reports.

He was 65.

Rebhorn is said to have died at his home in New Jersey on Friday night.

Sad news: Homeland actor James Rebhorn dead at 65 after a long battle with skin cancer

His condition was said to have 'drastically worsened' recently, and was receiving hospice care at his home, according to TMZ

He was known for his role as Claire Danes father on the hit show, Homeland.

Before playing Frank Mathison however, the actor enjoyed a string of roles in hugely successful Hollywood movies.

Important role: Rebhorn was more recently known for playing Claire Danes' character's father Frank in Homeland

His film credits include Cold Mountain and Meet The Parents.

He also made appearances on television shows such as Seinfeld and The Good Wife.

The actor will also be remembered for his roles in big Hollywood blockbusters, including Scent Of A Woman alongside Al Pacino and playing Secretary of Defence Albert Nimziki in Independence Day.

Other roles: The late actor is seen here opposite Phyllis George in the 2000 comedy Meet The Parents

Video Source YouTube Wittenberg Universtiy

James Rebhorn on how Wittenberg led to his acting career

James began his career in the 50s and notched up parts in multiple TV shows including Third Watch, Law & Order, Boston Legal and 30 Rock, as well as playing Reese Hughes on White Collar.

Tributes have already come flooding in on Twitter, with film fans and former colleagues paying their respects to the late star.

Mike Birbiglia wrote on the social networking site: 'So sad to hear about the passing of James Rebhorn. He played my dad in Sleepwalk With Me. I feel so lucky to have known such a great person.'

Another fan wrote: 'James Rebhorn, RIP. On behalf of all film buffs, we took for granted you'd always be there & be great, 'cause you always were.'

Remembered: James Rebhorn in the 1999 drama The Talented Mr. Ripley alongside Gwyneth Paltrow and Matt Damon

Hit drama: James and co-star Amy Hardreaves in a still from Homeland

'Homeland' Star James Rebhorn Dead -- Dies From Skin Cancer

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yougottobekidding, Somewhere, United States, 1 day ago

This is someone you have seen a thousands times but you don't know his name until he dies. RIP and thank you for the hours of pleasure watching you ply your craft.

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Cayenne-2013, Grand Cayman-BWI, 1 day ago

He was on several segments of "Law and Order", my favorite show. Sincere condolences!

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Bess, Mayfair London., United Kingdom, 1 day ago

I remember him in Poltergeist. RIP

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Real Eastender, UK, United Kingdom, 1 day ago

Awww, he will be missed, I loved him as Carrie's Dad! R.I.P

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Ricardo Styvesent, HALIFAX, Canada, 1 day ago

Remember him best for his supporting role as headmaster in Scent of a Woman as well as many other films. Sad to see my age contemporaries pass on.

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samanthaxbx, uk, 1 day ago

So sad! Great actor x

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Cueace, Near the beach, Brazil, 1 day ago

Good night and god bless James Rebhorn .. great part he played in Scent of a Woman.

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GENERIC DAVE, GENERIC DAVES HOUSE, United Kingdom, 1 day ago

RIP

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Mr Common Sense, Nowheresville, United Kingdom, 1 day ago

He was great as one of Al Pacino's nemeses in Carlito's Way. RIP.

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Asantewa Watkins, Bronx, United States, 1 day ago

That comment about thinking he'd always be there is so true for many of these actors/actresses that have appeared in many memorable films/shows but aren't necessarily "stars". You probably couldn't put a name to the face, but the face/role sticks with you. RIP.