Legendary actor Tony Curtis passed away yesterday at age of 85 from a heart attack according to The LA Times. His daughter Jamie Lee Curtis released this statement about her father’s passing, “My father leaves behind a legacy of great performances in movies and in his paintings and assemblages. He leaves behind children and their families who loved him and respected him and a wife and in-laws who were devoted to him. He also leaves behind fans all over the world. He will be greatly missed.” He really will be, so today watch one of the movies like Some Like Hot, The Defiant Ones, Sweet Smell of Success or one of the other 100 films that he that will let his legacy live on forever!
Here are some Tweets about his passing: Jason Alexander: Once met Tony Curtis at a farmer’s market. He was odd and funny and charming. He made a great contribution. RIP, sir. Best to Jamie Lee. Ralph Macchio: Spent few days shooting a film w/Tony Curtis. Some of the greatest stories he shared w/me. Iconic experience. Was my privilege. RIP Nia Vardalos: RIP Tony Curtis – 1st actor we spotted when we moved to LA. He was rockin’ a bolero jacket at Spago. Ah, perfect. Melissa Gilbert: Awww jeez. Just heard about Tony Curtis. He knew and loved my father very much. I loved Tony. I will muss him. My love, thoughts and prayers to his family and friends
