Donald Sutherland.
Angela Weiss/AFP via Getty ImagesDonald Sutherland He passed away on Thursday, June 20, at the age of 88, and other notable figures have been paying tribute to the legendary actor.
In a statement to Deadline, CAA said: hunger game The star passed away after a “long illness.” The actor's son Kiefer Sutherland He quickly confirmed the news on social media, posting a tribute to his father.
“It is with heavy hearts that I announce the passing of my father, Donald Sutherland,” Kiefer wrote alongside a photo of the pair. “In my opinion, he was one of the most important actors in the history of cinema. He never flinched from playing the good, the bad or the ugly. He loved his job and did what he loved. You couldn't ask for more. A life well lived.”
Stars who knew or worked with Donald in the past continue to speak out. Scroll on to see which celebrities paid tribute to the late actor.
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Kim Cattrall
“Very sad news! Always a favorite,” the actress said. variety's Instagram post: “Always amazing. You broke your heart on 'Normal People'. Rest in peace.”
Rachel Zegler
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes The star shared the news of Donald's death on her Instagram Story with a series of broken heart emojis.
Cary Elwes
“It's heartbreaking. Our hearts break for you.” The Princess Bride The star wrote: “So grateful to have known and worked with him. Sending love.”
Ron Howard
“My heartfelt condolences to Donald Sutherland, whom I was fortunate enough to direct in Backdraft – one of the most intelligent, interesting and engrossing film actors of all time,” the director shared on social media, “with incredible acting range, creative courage and a commitment to serving stories and audiences with the utmost excellence.”
Robbie Amel
“Keefer, I'm so sorry,” his wife said. Italy Rich Collaborated with Kiefer Designated Survivor I have written.
Michael Rosenbaum
“I love you” Smallville “Such a shame. All my support,” the actor commented on Kiefer's tribute post.
Leven Rambin
hunger game the actress commented on Deadline's post with a broken heart emoji.
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Nancy Sinatra
“This hurts,” the legendary singer wrote on social media, along with a broken heart emoji. “Best of luck Donald Sutherland.”
Dane Cook
“Donald Sutherland had one of the best voices on screen and his eyes could be deliciously creepy or heartbreakingly earnest,” the comedian posted to X. “Whenever he was on screen it felt like he was dancing without ever moving. My condolences to his family. What a rare and inspiring life he lived until the age of 88.”
Piers Morgan
“Rest in peace, Donald Sutherland. He was 88 years old,” the talk show host said via X. “One of my favorite actors who played so many great roles. Such a sad loss.”
Philippines Leroy Beaulieu
The French actress posted a tribute to Donald on Instagram.
She shared a photo of the late star with the caption, “Goodbye Mr Sutherland,” along with several gold star emojis.
