Yahoo Movies Kiefer Sutherland pays tribute to dad Donald following his death
Kiefer Sutherland has paid tribute to his father Donald following his passing, saying he led a “life well lived”.
Donald, known for his role as President Snow in The Hunger Games series, passed away earlier today (June 20) at the age of 88 after a long illness, and now his son Kiefer has written a touching tribute on X/Twitter.
“With a heavy heart, I tell you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away,” began Kiefer, best known for his role as Jack Bauer in 24. “I personally think one of the most important actors in the history of film. Never daunted by a role, good, bad or ugly. He loved what he did and did what he loved, and one can never ask for more than that. A life well lived.”
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The post received comments from several fans, with Moon, Source Code and Warcraft director Duncan Jones responding: “Thank you for sharing him with us, Kiefer. We all benefited from the talent and love he put into his work.”
“Sorry for your loss. Such and incredible filmography, including Klute, Hunger Games, Don’t Look Now, Animal House, and especially M*A*S*H” wrote one follower, with a second adding: “I loved your father in all his roles. We’ve lost a legend in losing Donald Sutherland. Peace and love to your family, Kiefer.”
“THE DIRTY DOZEN is an absolute all timer, as are many of his classics. RIP to a wonderful actor,” wrote another fan, with a fourth adding: “I loved him in Animal House, & so many roles…he was such a chameleon. An Actor’s Actor! My sincere condolences.”
With a heavy heart, I tell you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away. I personally think one of the most important actors in the history of film. Never daunted by a role, good, bad or ugly. He loved what he did and did what he loved, and one can never ask for more… pic.twitter.com/3EdJB03KKT
— Kiefer Sutherland (@RealKiefer) June 20, 2024
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The Hunger Games' official X account also paid tribute: "We asked the kindest man in the world to portray the most corrupt, ruthless dictator we’ve ever seen. Such was the power and skill of Donald Sutherland’s acting that he created one more indelible character among many others that defined his legendary career.
"We are privileged to have known and worked with him, and our thoughts are with his family."
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