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Mike Mitchell, the body builder–turned–actor, has died at age 65.
Mitchell's representative shared with TMZ that he had died Friday on his boat in Turkey.
He was best known for his high-profile early performances, including tough-guy parts in Mel Gibson's historical epic Braveheart and Ridley Scott's Oscar-winner Braveheart.
Action star: Mike Mitchell, a bodybuilder who turned to acting with small roles in Braveheart and Gladiator, died Friday of natural causes on his boat in Turkey; still from Zombie Massacre
A representative for Mitchell said he had died of heart attack.
'It was very hard to believe ... The sudden death of an international actor we managed, an honest person, a real actor, a true friend, my dear friend, has saddened us deeply,' said the rep.
'I've always been honored to be your manager. I wish patience to your wife, dear Denise Mitchell, and your children,' they continued. 'Getting to know you and gaining your friendship is invaluable. Sleep in the lights. RIP.'
According to his IMDb biography, Mitchell began his career at 16 by joining the British Armed Forces, where he specialized in explosive devices and bomb disposal.
Gone too soon: 'It was very hard to believe ... The sudden death of an international actor we managed, an honest person, a
