John Hurt, the British actor known his Oscar-nominated roles in Midnight Express and The Elephant Man, died yesterday at the age of 77. Hurt worked in the film industry for nearly 60 years, starring in dozens of films and television shows. Friends, colleagues, and admirers in the film and entertainment industry quickly took to Twitter and Facebook to pay tribute to the Alien and Harry Potter co-star.
Kiefer Sutherland
My deepest sympathies to John Hurt's family, friends and fans. He was a dear friend.
— Kiefer Sutherland (@RealKiefer) January 28, 2017
Kumail Nanjiani
https://twitter.com/kumailn/status/825154788262244352?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
Mel Brooks
It was terribly sad today to learn of John Hurt's passing. He was a truly magnificent talent.
— Mel Brooks (@MelBrooks) January 28, 2017
No one could have played The Elephant Man more memorably. He carried that film into cinematic immortality. He will be sorely missed.
— Mel Brooks (@MelBrooks) January 28, 2017
Mia Farrow
John Hurt, one of the finest actors of our time, and the loveliest person. This is terrible news. So, so sad.
— Mia Farrow 🏳️🌈 🌻🇺🇦 (@MiaFarrow) January 28, 2017
Elijah Wood
Very sad to hear of John Hurt's passing. It was such an honor to have watched you work, sir.
— Elijah Wood (@elijahwood) January 28, 2017
Alfred Molina
https://twitter.com/OfficialMolina/status/825172455744380929?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
Sharon Stone
https://twitter.com/sharonstone/status/825166141651771392?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
Vincent D’Onoforio
https://twitter.com/vincentdonofrio/status/825169969876987908?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
Jaime Bell
I will forever cherish the memories I have of the incomparable John Hurt. A brilliant actor & a beautiful soul.
— Jamie Bell (@1jamiebell) January 28, 2017
