'Argo', 'Hamburger Hill' actor Tim Quill dies at 54

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Tim Quill, best known for 'Argo' and 'Hamburger Hill', has died at the age of 54.

Quill died, after a battle with cancer, at the Riverview Medical Center in New Jersey on September 25, reports Deadline.

The late actor has appeared in numerous renowned films and TV shows after starting his acting career in 1985.

His first break was in the 1987 Vietnam War movie 'Hamburger Hill,' directed by John Irvin.

However, his biggest breakthrough role comes as Alan Sosa in the Oscar-winning film 'Argo,' which was directed by Ben Affleck.

He also appeared in the acclaimed HBO drama Big Love, The Practice, ER, JAG, NYPD Blue, etc.

Quill was married to actress-model Lisa Casanova Quill until her death.

He is survived by his son, Timothy J. Quill Jr., and siblings, Martina Scarrone, Teresa Pfeifle, Katherine Quill and Leonard Quill.