I just read TCs obituary. Very sad, died at 83 from injuries sustained in a car accident. In real life he was very much like the beloved character he portrayed on Magnum, PI.
I always liked him. Seemed like a quite humble guy. Actually everybody on that show seemed very genuine. Didn't watch it during its original run since I was at Clemson at the time and didn't have a TV. I have since watched the reruns and I think it's a good show (except maybe for the Magnum shorts).