Dabney Coleman’s death has left a mark on Hollywood’s biggest stars as they pay tribute to the ‘one-of-a-kind’ character actor.
The movie star starred in hit films like 9 to 5, Tootsie and On Golden Pond, while also being cast in cult TV classic Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman.
The celebrity passed away at his home in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, at the age of 92, his family have confirmed.
His daughter, Quincy Coleman, told The Hollywood Reporter: “My father crafted his time here on Earth with a curious mind, a generous heart and a soul on fire with passion, desire and humor that tickled the funny bone of humanity.”
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Dabney Coleman’s daughter said over his death: “As he lived, he moved through his final act of his life with elegance, excellence and mastery”.
After a successful 60-year career, tributes have poured in for the star on social media.
Comedian Ben Stiller said after hearing the news of his death: “The great Dabney Coleman literally created, or defined, really – in a uniquely singular way — an archetype as a character actor.”
The 58-year-old added: “He was so good at what he did it’s hard to imagine movies and television of the last 40 years without him. Xxx”
While James Wood, who worked with Coleman on Recess: School’s Out, penned: “I’ve gone to Dan Tana’s restaurant regularly all my adult life. Dabney Coleman was always there, sitting in booth number one (appropriately), having his trademark steak.
“I had always loved him as an actor, and loved him more as we became friends. #RIPDabneyColeman.”
Young Doctors in Love co-star Michael McKean wrote: “Dabney’s gone and I’m very sad about that. One of a kind, baby.”
Screenwriter Tom Holland echoed: “‘RIP Dabney Coleman aka Jack Flack. So many great films he gave us all.”
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John Ales, who worked with the star on the NBC show Madman Of The People, spoke about Dabney Coleman playing his father months after facing the death of his own.
He said: “As a kid I don’t think I found any villain more likable than mean Dabney Coleman. We shared a birthday. Months after my dad passed away, Dabney played my dad for the 1st time.
“We had countless dinners together. He was a complicated, hilarious genius who was so sweet to my mom.
Comic book writer Brian Lynch penned: “Dabney Coleman was one of my favorite actors growing up. Fantastic as a heel, always, but also a fantastic hero in CLOAK AND DAGGER. Gave iconic performances in 9 to 5 and TOOTSIE, two of the best comedies ever. There was nobody like him. May he Rest in Peace.”
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