Die Hard 2 actor Art Evans has died aged 82 after battling diabetes for many years, his agent revealed. His rep confirmed he died on December 21 of diabetes, "a condition he courageously managed for many years." No further details were provided to Deadline . His talent reps LyNea Bell and Charleen McGuire hailed him as “a remarkable talent who touched many lives with his work. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.” Speaking to USA Today, his wife, Babe, said he will be 'deeply missed'.