Actor Peter Jason has passed away at the age of 80. The California native is best known for his roles in The Karate Kid, Deadwood and Mortal Kombat. Jason played Con Stapleton in the much-loved drama, Deadwood , and appeared in a number of John Carpenter and Walter Hill directed films.

Peter Jason, who played Con Stapleton in "Deadwood" and appeared in a number of John Carpenter and Walter Hill directed films, has died.

A legendary actor who appeared in nearly 300 projects, including 'Karate Kid,' '48 Hours,' and 'Deadwood,' died earlier this week at 80.

Actor Peter Jason has died at the age of 80, with his colleagues confirming his death today. A cause of death has not yet been revealed for the NCIS star, with Halloween director, John Carpenter, describing him as "one of the great character actors in cinema.