LAPD : The 83-year - old John Graves was found collapsed outside his home . He won a Golden Globe in 1971 for his work on the show , and was also nominated for an Emmy . Daughter performed CPR but was unsuccessful in reviving the man . Graves played Jim Phelps on ` ` Mission : Impossible '' during original run and revival . Publicist says it appears he had a heart attack .
LAPD : The 83-year - old John Graves was found collapsed outside his home . Daughter performed CPR but was unsuccessful in reviving the man . Graves played Jim Phelps on ` ` Mission : Impossible '' during original run and revival . Publicist says it appears he had a heart attack .