The world of entertainment and cinema is in mourning with the passing of Tom Wilkinson, the iconic actor who was present in great classics that made history, such as Batman Begins, Shakespeare in Love and The Full Monty. Not only did he have an impeccable career, but he also earned two Oscar nominations.
On Saturday, December 30, the sad news of his death at the age of 75 was announced through a statement released by his agent to British media. In the statement, not only was privacy for his family requested during this difficult time, but also a farewell to the star.
After six decades of acting and overflowing talent, the prominent figure in recent decades as a distinguished supporting actor had joined the cast of The Full Monty to carry out the first season of the series on Disney+. This afternoon, his inner circle disclosed the event and explained what happened with the star.
What happened to Tom Wilkinson?
The 75-year-old British actor passed away during the day on Saturday, December 30, 2023, and the statement was written by his family, who were with him at all times. According to what his agent told the press, Tom would have died suddenly. The details, what happened or his health status are not yet known.
“The family of Tom Wilkinson announces with great sadness that he died suddenly at his home on December 30. His wife and family were with him”, revealed several media outlets. The event has deeply shocked his fans and followers, especially because he had recently reunited with some of the co-stars of The Full Monty and was filming the new series of the same name.
It is estimated that he has been in more than 130 productions, both in film and television, whose stories have ranged from the most heartbreaking dramas like Sense and Sensibility to super-popular crime thrillers. He was a friend to many, and most considered him a special person.
Therefore, in the next few hours, celebrities will begin to post their condolences and expressions of sympathy. He will always be remembered as the great actor he was, especially by those who had the fortune of working with him at some point.