Robert Wilson, legendary TV producer and father to actors Luke Wilson and Owen Wilson, died on Friday.
Luke confirmed the news to the Dallas Morning News just ahead of the weekend.
He also told the Texas paper that his dad had spent the last few years battling Alzheimer’s disease, suggesting a cause of death.
While his sons are both household names, Robert was a successful TV icon himself.
Owen even once attributed his comedy stylings to his father while promoting “Midnight in Paris” in 2011.
Robert’s declining health became noticeable that same year when he was unable to attend KERA’s 50th anniversary celebration.
Luke, Owen, and brother Andrew add that anyone wishing to pay their respects can do so by making a donation to PBS. »