Matt Clark, actor in 'Back to the Future' and Western films, dies at 89 — Reports

Matt Clark, an actor who appeared in an array of Western films alongside some of Hollywood's most famous stars, has reportedly died. He was 89.

Matt Clark, an actor who appeared in an array of Western films alongside some of Hollywood's most famous stars, has reportedly died. He was 89.

Clark died Sunday in Austin, Texas, his daughter Aimee Clark told The Hollywood Reporter on Monday, March 16. A producer herself, his daughter told the outlet that he had broken his back several months before. Clark's wife, Sharon Mays, also confirmed his death to Variety, citing complications following back surgery as a cause.

No further details were given.

A representative for Clark was not immediately available at the time of publication.

With dozens of movie and television credits to his name, Clark kicked off his career in the mid '60s. Before acting, he served in the army for two years, before attending George Washington University, then leaving before completing his degree in order to join a local Washington, D.C. theatre group, according to IMDB.