# Richard Riehle Dies at 78

> Actor Richard Riehle, known for 'Office Space', dies at 78.
- Title: Richard Riehle Dies at 78 · Valleynewslive | Shortify
- Summary: Actor Richard Riehle, known for 'Office Space', dies at 78. Richard Riehle, who played Tom Smykowski in 'Office Space', died Thursday in Los Angeles at age…
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- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/10/19/office-space-actor-richard-riehle-dies-78
- Published: 2026-10-19T20:51:14.829+00:00
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## Richard Riehle
Actor Richard Riehle died Thursday in Los Angeles at age 78.
## Known Role
Riehle played Tom Smykowski in 'Office Space', the product manager who was laid off, survived a hit-and-run and earned a financial settlement.
## Survived By
He is survived by his wife and four children.
## Key takeaway

Richard Riehle, who played Tom Smykowski in 'Office Space', died Thursday in Los Angeles at age 78.