Story highlights Paxton died from complications from surgery, a family representative saidHe had more than 90 acting credits and was an "underrated" director(CNN) Actor Bill Paxton, whose extensive career included films such as "Twister," "Aliens" and "Titanic," has died, a representative for his family said in a statement. "It is with heavy hearts we share the news that Bill Paxton has passed away due to complications from surgery," the statement said. Moments after news of Paxton's death broke, social media lit up with tributes to the versatile actor. Met Bill Paxton briefly at a con. pic.twitter.com/d5FvcWUYGK — Dan Slott (@DanSlott) February 26, 2017Actor Rob Lowe called Paxton a dear friend and "Renaissance man."

Source: CNN February 26, 2017 15:56 UTC