Donald Sutherland, Star of MASH, Klute, and Hunger Games, Dies at 88
Veteran Actor Leaves Behind a Legacy of Memorable Roles
Donald Sutherland, the celebrated Canadian actor known for his distinctive tall, lean frame and piercing blue eyes, has passed away at the age of 88. The news of his death was announced on Thursday by his son, Kiefer Sutherland, via social media. No details regarding the time and location of his passing were disclosed.
A Storied Career in Film and Television
Donald Sutherland's career spanned over six decades, with nearly 200 credits to his name. His breakthrough role came in the 1970 film MASH, where he portrayed Hawkeye Pierce, a sardonic army surgeon stationed in Korea. Sutherland's performance earned him an Academy Award nomination and established him as a rising star.
Throughout his career, Sutherland showcased his versatility in a wide range of roles. He won a Golden Globe for his portrayal of a private detective in the 1971 film Klute and went on to star in critically acclaimed films such as Ordinary People (1980), The Hunger Games (2012), and The Undoing (2020).
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