Donald Sutherland, Star of ‘M*A*S*H’, ‘Klute’ and More Dies at 88

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• Donald Sutherland has died.
• He was 88.
• The actor will be ed as a redoubtable performer and for roles both comedic and dramatic.

Donald Sutherland, a man who established himself in the firmament of stalwart, accomplished actors, has died. He was 88.

Sutherland was known for his distinctive voice and commanding screen presence. He worked with some of the most respected directors in the industry and left a lasting impact on the world of cinema and television.

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Donald Sutherland: Early Life and Career

Sutherland was born in St. John, Canada in 1935.

As a child, he battled various illnesses, including polio, hepatitis, and rheumatic fever. Despite his health challenges, Sutherland pursued his education at the University of Toronto, where he earned dual degrees in engineering and drama. But once the acting bug bit, he studied at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art before landing roles in British TV shows and movies such as ‘The Saint.’

‘Saint’ star The Dirty Dozen’, taking his movie career to the next level.

Donald Sutherland: Film Work

The success of ‘The Dirty Dozen’ led to his iconic role as Hawkeye Pierce in the critically acclaimed ‘Invasion of the Body Snatchers’.

More recently, he garnered attention and a new generation of fans for his portrayal of the villainous President Snow in the ‘Hunger Games’ movies.

Sutherland scored Golden Globes and Emmys for his TV work, and while he was never nominated for an Oscar, he did receive an Honorary Oscar in 2017.

Donald Sutherland Dies: Son Kiefer Sutherland’s Statement

Sutherland had five children: sons Kiefer, Roeg, Rossif and Angus, a daughter, Rachel.

Kiefer is the best known among them, since he followed in his father’s performing footsteps. The duo starred together in projects several times throughout the years, including the movies ‘A Time to Kill’.

Here’s what the younger Sutherland had to say about his father’s ing:

“With a heavy heart, I tell you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has ed 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 than that. A life well lived.”

Sutherland was married three times, firstly to Francine Racette, with whom he had Roeg, Rossif and Angus.

Donald Sutherland Movies and TV Shows:

• 'The Dirty Dozen' (1967)
• ‘M*A*S*H' (1970)
• 'Kelly's Heroes' (1970)
• 'Klute' (1971)
• 'SPYS' (1974)
• ‘The Eagle Has Landed' (1977)
• 'The Kentucky Fried Movie' (1977)
• 'Animal House' (1978)
• 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' (1978)
• ‘Ordinary People' (1980)
• 'Max Dugan Returns' (1983)
• 'A Dry White Season' (1989)
• 'JFK' (1991)
• 'Backdraft' (1991)
• 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' (1992)
• 'Six Degrees of Separation' (1993)
• 'Outbreak' (1995)
• 'A Time to Kill' (1996)
• 'Fallen' (1998)
• 'Without Limits' (1998)
• 'Space Cowboys' (2000)
• 'The Art of War' (2000)
• 'The Italian Job' (2003)
• 'Cold Mountain' (2003)
• 'Lord of War' (2005)
• 'Commander in Chief' (2005 - 2006)
• 'Reign Over Me' (2007)
• 'Dirty Sexy Money' (2007 - 2009)
• 'Fool's Gold' (2008)
• 'The Mechanic' (2011)
• 'The Eagle' (2011)
• 'Horrible Bosses' (2011)
• 'The Hunger Games' (2012)
• 'Crossing Lines' (2013 - 2015)
• 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' (2013)
• 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1' (2014)
• 'Forsaken' (2016)
• 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2' (2015)
• 'Trust' (2018)
• 'Backdraft 2' (2019)
• 'Ad Astra' (2019)
• 'Moonfall' (2022)
• 'Mr. Harrigan's Phone' (2022)
• 'Lawmen: Bass Reeves' (2023)

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