Actor Willie Garson, who played Carrie Bradshaw's beloved pal Stanford Blatch on "Sex and the City," has died at 57 years old.
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Actor Willie Garson, who played the beloved pal to Sarah Jessica Parker's Carrie Bradshaw on "Sex and the City," has died. He was 57.
A spokesperson for HBO / HBO Max confirmed the news to USA TODAY.
"Willie Garson was in life, as on screen, a devoted friend and a bright light for everyone in his universe," the statement reads. "He created one of the most beloved characters from the HBO pantheon and was a member of our family for nearly 25 years. We are deeply saddened to learn of his passing and extend our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones."
Variety and People also confirmed the news, saying that he died surrounded by family after a short illness.
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Rest in peace, legend 😔
Rest in Peace🙏
Sad news😭😭
Respect
If he was gay, I can understand why
😭 RIP
It’s sad..😫😭….my best regards to his family….
Died from the jab.
Cancer
Whattttttttt 🥺🥺🥺🥺
So sad.
Rest in peace Mr Garson.
I can’t believe this! I loved him in white collar! May he rest in peace! 😔
So sad how did he die?… 😢
He had cancer.
@Neptune Rich thanks. Very sad 😔
He was so funny in all is parts
In my opinion, he was scene stealer. Iconic lines! Rest in Power!
died from what?
I would like to extend my condolences to the members of Mr. Garson’s family ….his friends….his colleagues…..
The vaccines killed him.
Ooooooooohhhhh so sad, he was suck a cutie. It’s not fair. 😥