[Craig]

Actor Wyatt Knight has been found dead outside his home in Maui, Hawaii.

The wife of the "Porky's" star has confirmed reports that the 56-year-old took his own life. Silvina Knight tells TMZ that her husband grew tired of the physical and emotional pain he suffered while battling cancer.

She says, "After much contemplation, he chose to end his life in a beautiful and a serene place. ... His family and friends are devastated."

Paying tribute to the actor, she adds, "Wyatt was an incredibly talented, intelligent and loving person with an amazing spirit. He is free and at peace."

Knight's screen credits also include guest appearances on a number of TV shows, including "Renegade," "Pacific Blue" and "Star Trek: The Next Generation." He played Tommy Turner in the "Porky's" movies.

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[Matt]

I find it funny to think that you just don't know how your life will turn out. Quite something.

[Craig]

Yeah I agree mate, you really don't know what's around the corner.

EDIT:
An autopsy determined that Knight died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

[bozzer]

yeah this was sad news when i heard about this, love porkys asnd his character was great

[Craig]

Porky's is a classic.