Helen Mirren will ‘miss’ Donald Sutherland’s ‘presence in this world’
Helen Mirren has described Donald Sutherland as “one of the smartest actors I ever worked with”.
In a statement to The Hollywood Reporter, she said: “He had a wonderful enquiring brain, and a great knowledge on a wide variety of subjects.”
He also “combined this great intelligence with a deep sensitivity”, the actress, known for her lead role in The Queen, said.
“This all made him into the legend of film that he became.
“He was my colleague and became my friend.
“I will miss his presence in this world.”
Elijah Wood chooses atmospheric black and white photograph for tribute
Elijah Wood, the actor who rose to fame playing Frodo Baggins in The Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit, has posted a brief tribute on X.
“Aww man, farewell,” he said.
His post is dominated by a grainy, atmospheric black and white photograph, showing Donald Sutherland in his prime.
Brenda Blethyn, the English actress known for productions including police drama Vera, has paid tribute to Donald Sutherland.
The pair played Mr and Mrs Bennett in the 2005 adaptation of the Jane Austen novel Pride and Prejudice, which also starred Keira Knightley as Elizabeth Bennett and Matthew Macfadyen as Mr Darcy.
She wrote on X that she was “so so sad” to hear the Canadian actor had died.
“Working with him on Pride and Prejudice was a joy,” she added.
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