He was 88 years old Actor Donald Sutherland has died

The Canadian actor Donald Sutherland is dead. He died at the age of 88 in Miami. Despite his many outstanding roles, he was never nominated for an Oscar.

The Canadian actor Donald Sutherland is dead. This was reported on Thursday evening by the British news agency PA, among others, citing his agent. Sutherland died in Miami at the age of 88.

His son, actor Kiefer Sutherland, also confirmed the news on Instagram. "It is with a heavy heart that I tell you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away. I personally think he is one of the most important actors in the history of film. Never intimidated by a role, good, bad or ugly. He loved what he did, and did what he loved, and you can't ask for more than that. A life well lived."

Born in the Canadian province of New Brunswick in 1935, the multi-award-winning Sutherland is best known for his role as the ruthless President Snow in the 'Tribute to Panem' blockbuster series. Since the 1960s, the father of five has starred in more than 150 films and TV productions - covering every genre with enormous versatility.

Honorary Oscar for his life's work

The war classic "The Dirty Dozen" (1967) was his first international success. Robert Altman's military satire "M.A.S.H." was another hit. In 1971, he shone as a private detective in Alan Pakula's psychological thriller "Klute" alongside Jane Fonda.

In Hollywood, he was immortalized with a star on the "Walk of Fame" in 2011, right next to his son Kiefer's plaque. But the highest honor - an Oscar - did not come his way. Despite his many outstanding roles, Sutherland has never been nominated for an Oscar. The Film Academy at least recognized him in 2017 outside of the competition with an honorary Oscar for his life's work.

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