The Bearded Trio

R.I.P. WILFORD BRIMLEY, AGE 85 Sad news as we discover the actor, Wilford Brimley has passed away at the age of 85.  Brimley will be best known for his roles in the movie, Cocoon and the 1982 horror classic, The Thing.  Later in his life, Brimley was also known for his public advocacy of diabetes education. His manager, Lynda Benksy said: “Wilford Brimley was a man you could trust. He said what he meant and he meant what he said. He had a tough exterior and a tender heart. I’m sad that I will no longer get to hear my friend’s wonderful stories. He was one of a kind.” Brimley had been on dialysis and had other medical issues and was in the ICU in St. George, Utah ahead of his death. He had lived since 2004 on a ranch in Greybull, Wyo. Sad news to hear the passing of Wilford Brimley and our thoughts are with his family and friends during these difficult times. Contributor to the site, Dan Dudych remembers meeting Wilford Brimley and wanted to share his exper...