Legendary Actor Donald Sutherland Dies Following Long Illness

Legendary Actor , Donald Sutherland , Dies Following Long Illness.

'The Guardian' reports that actor , Donald Sutherland, has died at the age of 88.

The actor's career spanned over 60 years and included roles in acclaimed films like 'M*A*S*H*' and 'The Hunger Games.'.

Representatives for Sutherland confirmed that he died in Miami following a long illness.

Kiefer Sutherland, Donald's son and fellow actor, released a statement on X regarding the passing of his father.

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With a heavy heart, I tell you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away, Kiefer Sutherland, via X.

I personally think one of the most important actors in the history of film.

Never daunted by a role, good, bad or ugly.

, Kiefer Sutherland, via X.

He loved what he did and did what he loved, and one can never ask for more than that.

A life well lived, Kiefer Sutherland, via X.

Over the course of his career, Donald Sutherland appeared in over 190 films and television series.

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He won two Golden Globes for best supporting actor for the TV films 'Citizen X' in 1996 and 'Path to War' in 2003.

He won two Golden Globes for best supporting actor for the TV films 'Citizen X' in 1996 and 'Path to War' in 2003.

In 2017, Sutherland was awarded an honorary Oscar.

In November, Sutherland's memoir, 'Made Up, But Still True,' will be posthumously released, offering “an unfiltered account of his life that is deeply insightful, emotional, and often very funny.”