Kiefer Sutherland Remembers His Father, Donald
Family and film-industry peers are mourning the loss of Donald Sutherland. The actor known for his roles in M*A*S*H and the Hunger Games franchise died on June 20 at the age of 88. Since breaking into the industry in the late 1960s, Sutherland worked in all corners of Hollywood, amassing some 200 film and TV credits, working with renowned filmmakers, and touching the lives of his colleagues. Now they’re sharing memories of their time with the prolific actor. “With a heavy heart, I tell you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away,” tweeted his son the actor Kiefer Sutherland. “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.” Below, tributes to the acclaimed actor from Edgar Wright, Ron Howard, and more.
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
RIP the great Donald Sutherland, a favourite actor and always fascinating screen presence. He starred in two of my very favourite and most influential films - ‘Don’t Look Now’ and the 1978 ‘Invasion Of The Bodysnatchers’. But that is just the tip of the iceberg in terms of his… pic.twitter.com/HzRHIGd2ov
— edgarwright (@edgarwright) June 20, 2024
#RIPDonaldSutherland. I was blessed to direct him in #Backdraft. One of the most intelligent, interesting & engrossing film actors of all time. Incredible range, creative courage & dedication to serving the story & the audience with supreme excellence. https://t.co/kw601XQ6uh
— Ron Howard (@RealRonHoward) June 20, 2024
@RealKiefer Stacey and I send you our deepest sympathies .. Your dad was indeed singular . Warmly , Henry
— Henry Winkler (@hwinkler4real) June 20, 2024
Oh no! He went to Vic in Toronto..he was a great actor even then. https://t.co/MJS3Nf6UIW
— Margaret E Atwood (@MargaretAtwood) June 20, 2024
RIP to the GOAT, Donald Sutherland. pic.twitter.com/3MJrnYIPI5
— Joe Russo (@joerussotweets) June 20, 2024
RIP to the incredible Donald Sutherland. Such a beautiful, soulful, and singular actor. His performances have meant so very much to me... and to the world. One of the all-time greats. My heart goes out to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/l0xRleMxXj
— Matt Reeves (@mattreevesLA) June 20, 2024