Washington, March 30 -- Tony Award-nominated veteran actor Denis Arndt passed away at the age of 86.

According to Deadline, his family confirmed his passing in an obituary, remembering him as a talented and passionate individual who lived life to the fullest.

Arndt's remarkable career spanned over five decades, with notable performances on stage and screen.

Born on February 23, 1939, in Issaquah, Washington, Arndt served as a helicopter pilot in the Vietnam War, earning two Purple Hearts.

As per Deadline, after the war, he began his acting career in Seattle, eventually moving to regional theater and later, Broadway.

His regional theater credits include productions at the Seattle Rep, Arizona Theatre Company, and Oregon Shakespeare Fe...