Mourning for Donald Sutherland: Hollywood legend dies at the age of 88

Hollywood legend Donald Sutherland has passed away at the age of 88. On Thursday, June 20, 2024, the Creative Artists Agency confirmed to the US industry magazine "Deadline" that Sutherland passed away peacefully in Miami, Florida, after a long illness. The loss of the actor, who was born in 1935, leaves a huge gap in the film world.

Kiefer Sutherland, the well-known actor and son of Donald Sutherland, shared his grief with the world via Instagram. He recalled his father's life and career with moving words: "It is with a heavy heart that I share that my father Donald Sutherland has passed away. I personally consider him to be one of the most important actors in the history of film. Never deterred from a role, whether good, bad or ugly. He loved what he did and did what he loved, and you can't ask for more than that. A life well lived."

Donald Sutherland's career spanned over 60 years and included around 200 film and television roles. His earliest successes included the war satire "MASH" by Robert Altman and the thriller "Klute", in which he shone together with Jane Fonda. His performance in Nicolas Roeg's classic "When the Gondolas Carry Mourning" also remains unforgotten. He is probably best known to younger audiences as President Coriolanus Snow from the 'The Hunger Games' series. His outstanding achievements were recognized with an Honorary Oscar in 2017. Sutherland was married three times and is survived by five children.

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