Tom Wilkinson death updates — Oscar-nominated actor and The Full Monty star dies ‘suddenly’ at home
ACTOR Tom Wilkinson has died suddenly at the age of 75.
His agent shared a statement on behalf of the family that read: "It is with great sadness that the family of Tom Wilkinson announce that he died suddenly at home on December 30. His wife and family were with him," the statement read."
"The family asks for privacy at this time."
Wilkinson was a critically acclaimed actor, starring in films such as The Full Monty, Shakespeare in Love, and The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.
Throughout his career, he received six BAFTA and two Oscar nominations. Wilkinson also won an Emmy for his portrayal of Benjamin Franklin.
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More tributes for Tom Wilkinson
Another film fan shared a clip of Wilkinson and wrote: "The bottom line with me for an Actor is do I believe what they’re saying, and I never heard a word come out of TOM WILKINSON’s mouth that I didn’t 100% believe.
"He was a superlative Actor. THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL (2011) RIP Sir, legacy assured."
A fourth tweeted: "Very sad news that one of our finest has left us aged 75."
Tributes pour in for the actor
Film fans are paying tribute to Tom Wilkinson on X, formerly Twitter.
One fan shared a clip from his performance in Batman Begins, writing: "RIP Tom Wilkinson, so underrated as mob boss Carmine Falcone in Batman Begins."
Another added: "There was never a Tom Wilkinson moment onscreen that didn't feel authentic. He wasn't a supporting player; he was an actor who elevated the material, regardless of genre.
"I'll never forget his heartbreakingly great work as a father overcome with grief in 'In the Bedroom.' RIP."
Tom Wilkinson's films, part four
Tom Wilkinson also appeared in:
- Wilde (1997)
- The Full Monty (1997)
- The Ghost and the Darkness (1996)
- Eskimo Day (1996)
- Priest (1994)
- In the Name of the Father (1993)
- Paper Mask (1990)
- The Attic (1988)
Tom Wilkinson's films, part three
Tom Wilkinson appeared in a number of films, including:
- Felony (2013)
- The Lone Ranger (2013)
- The Samaritan (2012)
- Batman Begins (2005)
- A Good Woman (2004)
- Before You Go (2002)
- In the Bedroom (2001)
- Chain of Fools (2000)
- The Patriot (2000)
- Rush Hour (1998)
- Shakespeare in Love (1998)
Tom Wilkinson's films, part two
Tom Wilkinson also appeared in:
- Denial (2016)
- Snowden (2016)
- The Choice (2016)
- Jenny's Wedding (2015)
- Little Boy (2015)
- Bone in the Throat (2015)
- Unfinished Business (2015)
- Selma (2014)
- Good People (2014)
- The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)
- Felony (2013)
Tom Wilkinson's films
Tom Wilkinson starred in the following films:
- SAS: Red Notice (2021)
- Advice for Sad Poets (2021)
- Dead in a Week (2018)
- Titan (2018)
- The Happy Prince (2018)
- Burden (2018)
- The Beautiful Fantastic (2016)
Tom Wilkinson's early life
Tom Wilkinson was born in Leeds, England before moving to Canada as a child.
His family then moved to Cornwall and Wilkinson found his love of theater.
His directorial debut came at the age of 18. Wilkinson previously told the : "I realised it wasn't necessarily just these southern middle-class types that got to be actors; it could possibly be people like me. And once I knew, I never changed my mind."
When did Tom Wilkinson last see his The Full Monty co-stars?
Tom Wilkinson most recently linked back up with his The Full Monty co-stars, Robert Carlyle and Mark Addy, in a Disney+ series of the same name.
Wilkinson played the role of steel mill foreman Gerald Cooper in the comedy film.
Wilkinson was in The Full MontyCredit: Alamy Did Tom Wilkinson win any awards during his career?
Tom Wilkinson managed to receive various awards throughout his career, including a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe, a Primetime Emmy Award and nominations for two Academy Awards.
Wilkinson was nominated for Academy Awards for actor in a leading role for In The Bedroom in 2001, and actor in a supporting role for Michael Clayton in 2007.
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What was Tom Wilkinson famous for?
Tom Wilkinson was best known for his successful acting career.
He starred in the likes of The Full Monty, Shakespeare In Love and Batman Begins.
Tom Wilkinson was in The Full MontyCredit: Alamy Tom Wilkinson’s family release a statement
Tom Wilkinson’s family have released a statement following his death.
It said: “It is with great sadness that the family of Tom Wilkinson announce that he died suddenly at home on December 30.
"His wife and family were with him.
"The family asks for privacy at this time.”
The Full Monty actor Tom WIlkinson dies age 75
The Full Monty star Tom Wilkinson has passed away aged 75.
His family announced that he died “suddenly” and were by his side at the time.
The family have asked for privacy.
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