Celebrities have paid tribute to Hollywood legend Donald Sutherland following his death aged 88.
Michael Douglas, Henry Winkler and Nancy Sinatra were among the celebrities who took to social media to remember the iconic actor.
‘What a charming, talented and curious man. RIP Donald Sutherland’, Douglas, 79, captioned a photo of him with Sutherland from their 1994 film Disclosure.
Winkler, 78, who starred alongside Donald’s son Kiefer Sutherland in the 1998 film Ground Control, wrote to Kiefer directly on X, tweeting: “Stacey and I send you our deepest condolences… Your father was really unique.” Kind regards, Henry.
Meanwhile, Nancy, 84, daughter of Frank Sinatra, tweeted: “This hurts.” Good luck, Donald Sutherland,’ along with a broken heart emoji.
Michael Douglas, Henry Winkler and Nancy Sinatra were among the celebrities who took to social media to remember Donald Sutherland.
Henry Winkler addressed Donald’s son Kiefer Sutherland directly in X
Meanwhile, Frank Sinatra’s daughter Nancy tweeted: “This hurts.” Good luck, Donald Sutherland’, along with a broken heart emoji
The late actor died on Thursday in Miami after suffering a long illness, according to his management.
‘#RIPDonaldSutherland. I was lucky enough to direct him in #Backdraft. One of the most intelligent, interesting and fascinating film actors of all time. Incredible variety, creative courage and dedication to serving the story and the audience with supreme excellence,” wrote director Ron Howard.
Elijah Wood took to X to remember Donald, sharing a photo of the actor along with the message: “Aww man.” Goodbye, Donald Sutherland.
Kiefer Sutherland also paid a touching tribute to his late father Donald.
The 24-year-old star said her father Donald, 88, “loved what he did and did what he loved” when announcing his death on Thursday.
‘It is with great sadness that I tell you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away. Personally, I think that one of the most important actors in the history of cinema,” said Kiefer in instagram.
“I was never daunted by a role, good, bad or ugly. He loved what he did and did what he loved, and you can never ask for more than that. A life well lived.’
Kiefer, who emulated his father with leading roles in films like Flatliners and Designated Survivor, shared a touching image of himself as a child alongside his father during his heyday.
Donald’s Hollywood career spanned decades, including appearances in The Hunger Games and the ’70s horror film Don’t Look Now.
Douglas and Sutherland photographed in 1994
Elijah Wood took to X to remember Donald and wrote, ‘Oh man.’ Goodbye, Donald Sutherland
Kiefer Sutherland also paid a touching tribute to his late father Donald.
Kiefer, who came to emulate his father in Hollywood, said his late father “loved what he did and did what he loved,” in announcing his death Thursday.
He won several awards for his eclectic variety of film and television roles, including a supporting actor Emmy for Citizen X in 1995.
Sutherland also earned nine separate Golden Globe nominations for hits like M*A*S*H and Ordinary People, winning two.
His most recent appearance came last year as Judge Parker in Lawmen: Bass Reeves, and he was slated to star in the upcoming apocalyptic film Heart Land, which is in pre-production.
Donald Sutherland photographed with his third wife Francine Racette
The late actor, photographed in 2011 with Friends star Matt LeBlanc, won several awards and recognitions during his decades-long career.
Donald’s Hollywood career spanned decades, including appearances in The Hunger Games and the ’70s horror film Don’t Look Now.
After Kiefer led the tributes announcing his father’s passing, several big names honored his timeless career.
Announcer Piers Morgan saying he was “one of my favorite actors of all time and played so many fantastic roles.” What a sad loss!’
Director Ron Howard, who worked with Sutherland on the film Backdraft, said he was “blessed” to have directed the icon.
‘One of the most intelligent, interesting and fascinating film actors of all time. Incredible variety, creative courage and dedication to serving the story and the audience with supreme excellence,” he stated. saying.
British filmmaker Edgar Wright, known for hits such as Shaun of the Dead and Baby Driver, praised Sutherland as a “fascinating screen presence.”
“A funny, laconic, but also intense and dramatic presence in so many memorable films,” he said. said in X.
“I’m so sorry to see you go Donald, but what a legacy you leave behind.”
House of the Dragon, star James Dreyfus aggregate that Sutherland was “a staple in my life through incredible performances.”
‘Peculiar, versatile, always honest and brilliant. Marvelous.’