Donald Sutherland — the beloved actor who starred in films like “MASH,” “The Dirty Dozen,” “The Hunger Games,” and “Ordinary People” — has passed away after a long battle with illness. The Canadian actor died in Miami at the age of 88.
“With a heavy heart, I tell you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away,” his son, Kiefer, shared on X. “I personally think he was one of the most important actors in the history of film. He loved what he did and did what he loved, and one can never ask for more than that. A life well lived.”
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
During his illustrious career spanning over seven decades, Sutherland was celebrated as one of entertainment’s most versatile and respected actors. Despite never winning an Academy Award, in 2017 he received an Honorary Oscar for his lifetime of outstanding performances.
His accomplishments include a Supporting Actor Emmy for HBO’s “Citizen X,” a Golden Globe, seven additional Golden Globe nominations, and several other accolades. In 2023, Canada Post honored him with a stamp, and he also received stars on the Canadian and Hollywood Walks of Fame, as well as being made an Officer of the Order of Canada.
From iconic roles like President Snow in “The Hunger Games” to a compassionate father in “Ordinary People,” Sutherland’s diverse performances showcased his talent. His filmography also includes titles like “National Lampoon’s Animal House,” “JFK,” and “The Undoing,” among others.
He is survived by his wife Francine Racette, daughter Rachel, sons Kiefer, Rossif, Angus, and Roeg Sutherland, as well as four grandchildren.
