"With a heavy heart" Son Kiefer bids farewell to film legend Donald Sutherland
Film star Donald Sutherland has died at the age of 88. His son Kiefer Sutherland says goodbye with an emotional post. Presidents and Hollywood stars are also posting on social media.
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- Actor Kiefer Sutherland confirms the death of his father. Donald Sutherland ("Tribute to Panem") was 88 years old.
- "24" star Kiefer Sutherland says goodbye to his Hollywood star father with an emotional post.
- In his farewell post on Instagram, Kiefer Sutherland writes: "I consider him one of the most important actors in the history of film. He loved what he did and did what he loved and that's all you can ask for. A life well lived."
"Tribute of Panem" star Donald Sutherland has died in Miami at the age of 88, his son Kiefer Sutherland has confirmed.
Film actor Kiefer Sutherland ("24") has said goodbye to his father with an emotional post on Instagram.
"It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away. I personally consider him one of the most important actors in the history of film. He was never intimidated by any role, good, bad or ugly," writes Kiefer Sutherland, adding, "He loved what he did, and did what he loved, and that's all you can ask for. A life well lived."
Justin Trudeau: "We have lost one of the greats"
"We have lost one of the greats," wrote Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on the online platform X. "Donald Sutherland brought a level of brilliance to his art form that few could match. An outstanding, legendary actor - and a great Canadian."
US President Joe Biden also commented on the death of Donald Sutherland on Twitter: "Donald Sutherland was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and one-of-a-kind actor who inspired and entertained the world for decades."
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk commented: "Rest in peace, Donald Sutherland - the best of all Donalds."
Actor Elijah Wood wrote on X: "Aww man, farewell Donald Sutherland."
Hollywood star Jennifer Lawrence also commented on Sutherland Senior's death on social media: "Rest in peace, Donald Sutherland. We will miss you."
Donald Sutherland: Honorary Oscar for his life's work
Born in the Canadian province of New Brunswick in 1935, the multi-award-winning Sutherland became famous as the ruthless President Snow in the "Tribute to Panem" blockbuster series. Since the 1960s, the father of five has starred in more than 150 films and TV productions - covering every genre with enormous versatility.
The war classic "The Dirty Dozen" (1967) was his first international success. Robert Altman's military satire "M.A.S.H." was another hit. In 1971, he shone as a private detective in Alan Pakula's psychological thriller "Klute" alongside Jane Fonda.
In Hollywood, he was immortalized with a star on the "Walk of Fame" in 2011, right next to his son Kiefer's plaque. But the highest honor - an Oscar - did not come his way. Despite his many outstanding roles, Sutherland was never nominated for an Oscar. The Film Academy did at least recognize him outside of the competition in 2017 with an honorary Oscar for his lifetime achievement.
