Hollywood Legend: Stars Mourn the Death of Donald Sutherland
21 june 2024 в 16:13
Donald Sutherland was and will always be a legend in the film industry. Known for his roles in movies like «M*A*S*H», «Animal House», «Invasion of the Body Snatchers», «JFK», and of course, the «Hunger Games» franchise, the late 88-year-old actor has etched his name in Hollywood history. After the news of his death on June 20, 2024 became known, celebrities immediately reacted, with many of his former colleagues, peers, and even former partners paying their respects to Donald.
Read the emotional tributes from celebrities below.
Kiefer confirmed his late father’s death in a heartfelt announcement.
«With a heavy heart, I inform you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away», - wrote the star of the series «Designated Survivor» on Instagram alongside a childhood photo with him and Donald. «I personally consider him one of the most important actors in the history of cinema. Never afraid of a role, good, bad, or ugly. He loved what he did, and did what he loved, and you can’t ask for more. He lived a life to the fullest».
In response to Kiefer’s Instagram post, Jeremy commented: «I will always love Donald».
Jane had previously worked with Donald in their film «Klute», and the partners briefly dated after meeting on the set of the 1971 film. Jane expressed her «broken heart» over the news of his death on Instagram.
«I am shocked by the news of Donald Sutherland’s passing», - wrote the actress. «He was my engaging partner in 'Klute' and we enjoyed working together. In this photo, we are on the set of 'Klute' with director Alan Pakula. Donald was a brilliant actor and a complex person who shared some adventures with me, such as the FTA show, a tour against the Vietnam War that took place for 60,000 active duty military personnel, sailors, and marines in Hawaii, Okinawa, the Philippines, and Japan in 1971. My heart is broken».
Tom played the iconic character of Donald in the «Hunger Games», President Coriolanus Snow, in the 2023 prequel, «The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes». The actor shared a note on Instagram, reacting to the news of Donald’s death.
«Donald Sutherland approached perfection in the art of acting like no one else», - wrote Tom alongside two photos of Donald. «So many brilliant performances. I never got to meet him personally, but it was a lifetime honor to follow in his footsteps. Thank you, sir, for giving birth to one of the great movie heroes of all time».
An actress from «The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes» shared the news of Donald’s death on her Instagram Stories, writing several broken hearts on the photo.
Michael commented on Kiefer’s Instagram post: «I am very sorry for your loss. He left an amazing legacy, and our family and country mourn with you».
Alec posted a black and white photo of Donald on his Instagram account and wrote: «One of the greatest actors of all time has passed. My heart aches for Kiefer, Roeg, and their entire family»
Read the emotional tributes from celebrities below.
Kiefer confirmed his late father’s death in a heartfelt announcement.
«With a heavy heart, I inform you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away», - wrote the star of the series «Designated Survivor» on Instagram alongside a childhood photo with him and Donald. «I personally consider him one of the most important actors in the history of cinema. Never afraid of a role, good, bad, or ugly. He loved what he did, and did what he loved, and you can’t ask for more. He lived a life to the fullest».
In response to Kiefer’s Instagram post, Jeremy commented: «I will always love Donald».
Jane had previously worked with Donald in their film «Klute», and the partners briefly dated after meeting on the set of the 1971 film. Jane expressed her «broken heart» over the news of his death on Instagram.
«I am shocked by the news of Donald Sutherland’s passing», - wrote the actress. «He was my engaging partner in 'Klute' and we enjoyed working together. In this photo, we are on the set of 'Klute' with director Alan Pakula. Donald was a brilliant actor and a complex person who shared some adventures with me, such as the FTA show, a tour against the Vietnam War that took place for 60,000 active duty military personnel, sailors, and marines in Hawaii, Okinawa, the Philippines, and Japan in 1971. My heart is broken».
Tom played the iconic character of Donald in the «Hunger Games», President Coriolanus Snow, in the 2023 prequel, «The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes». The actor shared a note on Instagram, reacting to the news of Donald’s death.
«Donald Sutherland approached perfection in the art of acting like no one else», - wrote Tom alongside two photos of Donald. «So many brilliant performances. I never got to meet him personally, but it was a lifetime honor to follow in his footsteps. Thank you, sir, for giving birth to one of the great movie heroes of all time».
An actress from «The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes» shared the news of Donald’s death on her Instagram Stories, writing several broken hearts on the photo.
Michael commented on Kiefer’s Instagram post: «I am very sorry for your loss. He left an amazing legacy, and our family and country mourn with you».
Alec posted a black and white photo of Donald on his Instagram account and wrote: «One of the greatest actors of all time has passed. My heart aches for Kiefer, Roeg, and their entire family»
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