Thomas Akers

Astronaut

Birthday May 20, 1951

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Missouri

Age 73 years old

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About

Served as Mission Specialist on four Space Shuttle Missions, including the first flight of Endeavor.

Before Fame

He was valedictorian of his high school senior class.

Trivia

He has over 29 hours of EVA (extra-vehicular activity).

Family Life

He married Kaye Lynn Parker and had two children.

Associated With

He appeared on an episode of "Home Improvement" starring Tim Allen.