Michael Kopsa dead at 66: The X-Files and Smallville star passes away as tragic cause of death revealed
ICONIC actor Michael Kopsa, who starred in TV's The X-Files, Smallville, and much more, has died at age 66.
The Canadian longtime star's tragic cause of death was revealed by his mourning family.
“The great Michael Kopsa, my dear friend and the father of my child, Nora, passed away Oct. 23, 2022, of a brain tumor.
He was an incredible stage and screen actor, voice actor, carpenter, musician and painter.
Most importantly, he was a loving and richly present father to our Nora."
"I will miss you fiercely my dear friend and co-parent."
She and their teenage daughter are based in Vancouver.
INCREDIBLE LEGACY
Born in 1956, in Toronto, Canada, Kopsa studied acting in New York City until 1984, then returned to Canada to complete an arts and science degree at the University of Toronto, per
He eventually had a stunning 224 acting credits to his name per .
"I lost a friend today. Many of us did. A friend who was admired and loved.
"Anyone who met him will remember his tremendous energy, power, and incredible talent.
"Many times over the years I'd get the call 'Can I come in and do some cold reads? Give me something juicy.' Then he would show everyone exactly how it should be done!
He commanded the scenes and left jaws hanging open in awe. He was simply the best – and he knew it!
Mike was a true creative gift and I loved him dearly. Until we meet again, safe journey home."
'EXTRAORDINAIRE'
One fan penned to Twitter: "RIP Michael Kopsa - voice actor extraordinaire... [and] one of the OGs. Thank you for your passion."
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"RIP Michael Kopsa, the perfect English voice for [anime's] Char Aznable," wrote another sharing a of his impressive vocal chops.
Funeral arrangements are not known at this time.