Fred Ward, the veteran character actor best known for his roles in “Tremors” and Robert Altman’s “Short Cuts,” has died. He was 79.“I am sad to announce the passing of acclaimed actor Fred Ward, who passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022 at age 79,” the statement read. “The Golden Globe winner, actor and producer, is best known for ‘The Right Stuff,’ ‘Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins,’ ‘Tremors,’ ‘Miami Blues,’ ‘Henry & June,’ ‘The Player,’ and ‘Short Cuts.
RIP, Fred Ward, a great character actor whose big shot at leading man status, Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins, unfortunately flopped, but who kept giving great, lived-in performances for the rest of his career.
May his soul rest in peace
Fred Ward was also brilliant in 'Henry & June'. RIP..
No no no no. Rip