John Travolta got emotional as he paid a sweet tribute to the late Olivia Newton-John while introducing the In Memoriam segment at the 2023 Oscars on Sunday.
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John Travolta has led tributes to his "excellent" late co-star Tom Sizemore. Two weeks after suffering a brain aneurysm, the Saving Private Ryan actor died on Friday. He was 61.
Following the news, Travolta took to his Instagram Stories on Sunday to remember his former colleague, whom he appeared opposite in the 2018 crime drama Speed Kills. "I did a film with Tom Sizemore called Speed Kills. I found him to be an excellent character actor," he wrote.
"He knew exactly what he was doing. I enjoyed the experience (of) working with him very much. He will be missed.
"In addition, directors Josh and Benny Safdie recalled how impressed they were when Sizemore auditioned for the part eventually played by Eric Bogosian in 2019's Uncut Gems. "In 2015 Sizemore read Bagosian's part at a table reading for (Uncut) Gems," they posted on Twitter. "He improvised with the actor next to him (despite them not being in the scene), sometimes making up new plot details.
. . it made an entirely predictable experience unpredictable.
RIP. "Elsewhere, Wendell Pierce described Sizemore as a "bon vivant and great actor", while Kim Coates shared a photo of himself with the Detroit native on the set of the 2001 war film Black Hawk Down. "So talented.
So tormented. Our lives took different paths. .
. never forget our early NY night life," he added. "Good ol days.
And now he's gone. So sad and sorry for that. "Sizemore is survived by his 17-year-old twin sons, Jayden and Jagger, whom he shared with ex-girlfriend Janelle McIntire.
He was also married to Maeve Quinlan from 1996 until their divorce in 1999. "My heartfelt condolences to the entire Sizemore family. Most especially, my thoughts and prayers go out to Tom's two sons, Jayden and Jagger," Maeve
.John Travolta got emotional as he paid a sweet tribute to the late Olivia Newton-John while introducing the In Memoriam segment at the 2023 Oscars on Sunday.
John Travolta paid tribute to his Grease co-star Olivia Newton-John during this year’s Oscars.The actor attended the ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday (March 12) where he introduced the in-memoriam section to remember those from the industry who had died over the past year.While he didn’t name Newton-John, Travolta quoted her track ‘Hopelessly Devoted To You’ from the 1978 musical during his introduction.“In this industry, we have the rare luxury of getting to do what we love for a living,” an emotional Travolta said. “And sometimes getting to do it with people we come to love.
2023 Oscars «In Memoriam» segment.While this year's tribute to those stars we've lost was moving and emotional — featuring a tearful introduction from John Travolta and a powerful performance of «Calling All Angels» by Lennt Kravitz — glaring omission of some big-name stars shook up some viewers at home.Anne Heche — who died following a fiery car crash in August at the age of 53 — was not a part of the segment, despite her many film roles.Also absent from the televised tribute was longtime film veteran Tom Sizemore — who died on Mar. 3, at age 61, two weeks after suffering a brain aneurysm that left him hospitalized.One of the most surprising omissions was that of Charlbi Dean, who died on Aug.
John Travolta fought back tears as he paid tribute to stars we've recently lost at the 95th Academy Awards. The actor, 69, was tasked with introducing the In Memoriam section, which paid tribute to stars who have sadly passed away including his Grease co-star and dear friend, Olivia Newton-John.The Australian actress and singer, best known for her role as Sandy in Grease and her hit single Physical, died in August 2022 after a 30 year battle with cancer, at the age of 73. Introducing the late celebrities being celebrated, John said: “Each of them left an indelible mark that shared and informed us." In a sweet nod to Olivia, he said: They’ve touched our hearts, they’ve made us smile, and became dear friends, who we will always remain hopefully devoted to.” Lenny Kravitz then performed a rousing rendition of his 2004 track Calling All Angels as names were shown on a screen.
Pat Saperstein Deputy Editor John Travolta introduced the Oscars In Memoriam segment, tearing up while remembering his “Grease” co-star Olivia Newton-John. “They’ve made us smile, and became dear friends who we will always remain hopelessly devoted to,” a visibly emotional Travolta said before the video montage began. The Oscars recognized the actors and filmmakers we lost over the past year in the annual In Memoriam segment, which this year unfurled to the sound of Lenny Kravitz playing “Calling All Angels.” The emotional segment is a viewer favorite, but omissions of high-profile Hollywood figures spark annual debate.
2023 Oscars took time to share some love and respect for all of the beloved entertainment icons who died over the last year during the show's gala ceremony.John Travolta took to the stage at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, to introduce the emotional In Memoriam segment, featuring a performance from Lenny Kravitz.«In this industry, we have the rare luxury of getting to do what we love for a living, and sometimes getting to do it with people that we come to love,» shared Travolta. «And since tonight is a celebration of the work and the accomplishments of our community in this past year, it is only fitting then that we celebrate those we've lost, who dedicated their lives to their craft, both in front of and behind the camera.»«Through their immeasurable contributions, each of them left an individual and indelible mark that shared and informed us. They've touched our hearts, they've made us smile, and became dear friends,» he continued, as his voice cracked and tears welled up in his eyes, «who we will always remain hopelessly devoted to.»Travolta's introduction paid special tribute to Olivia-Newton John, who sang «Hopelessly Devoted to You» in their 1978 musical, Travolta then introduced Lenny Kravitz, who sat at a piano and performed a moving rendition of his song, «Calling All Angels.»This year's In Memoriam honored a multitude of actors, actresses, filmmakers and entertainers who had won Oscars or were nominated during their illustrious careers, including three-time Oscar winning singer-songwriter/composer Burt Bacharach — who died on Feb. 8, 2023, at the age of 94 — as well as Oscar-winning singer Irene Cara, who died on Nov.
The Oscars’ annual In Memoriam segment on Sunday included a live performance of the song “Calling All Angels” by Lenny Kravitz.
John Travolta got emotional while paying tribute to the late Olivia Newton John at the 2023 Oscars on Sunday night (March 12).
John Travolta has paid tribute to his 'Speed Kills' co-star Tom Sizemore and declared he "will be missed". Sizemore, 61, died on Friday (03. 03.
Tom Sizemore was known just as much for his illustrious, on-screen personalities as he was for his off-screen antics, including romantic pursuits, legal issues and alleged affairs. The "Heat" star died on Friday in Los Angeles after suffering from a brain aneurysm and stroke the week before.
After suffering a brain aneurysm, Tom Sizemore has died, according to multiple reports.
After suffering a brain aneurysm, Tom Sizemore has died, according to multiple reports.
Hollywood hardman, after starring in multiple high-octane thrillers. The US actor carved out his niche in the 90s, though he later fell from grace following a string of convictions and substance abuse issues. Since his first appearance in the 1989 Oliver Stone film Born On The Fourth Of July, Sizemore has played all manner of steely roles, from gangsters, to bodyguards and soldiers.
Saving Private Ryan star Tom Sizemore has died aged 61 after being taken off life support following a brain aneurysm he suffered last month.
Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore has died following a brain aneurysm earlier in February. He was 61. The actor's manager shared the heartbreaking news with fans, revealing Tom died in his sleep Friday at a hospital in Burbank, California.Tom's family was told on February 28 by doctors that "there is no further hope" and it was recommended that they make an "end of life decision".
Tom Sizemore has died, according to multiple reports. The actor, famous for his performances in blockbusters like , and Black Hawk Down, died on Friday at a Los Angeles hospital. He was 61 years old. Sizemore's death comes nearly two weeks after he collapsed at his Los Angeles home on Feb. 18 and was hospitalized with a brain aneurysm, which occurred as a result of a stroke.
passing after a brain aneurysm at his Los Angeles home on Feb. 18 has been confirmed by his manager. Sizemore “passed away peacefully in his sleep today at St.
Tom Sizemore, who starred in Saving Private Ryan, Black Hawk Down and in hundreds of other film and TV roles over three-plus decades, died Friday at a hospital in Burbank. He was 61 and had been in a coma since suffering a stroke February 18 that resulted in brain aneurysm.
Tom Sizemore has died, according to multiple reports. The actor, famous for his performances in blockbusters like , and Black Hawk Down, died on Friday at a Los Angeles hospital. He was 61 years old. Sizemore's rep, Charles Lago, told TMZ, «It is with great sadness and sorrow I have to announce that actor Thomas Edward Sizemore (“Tom Sizemore”) aged 61 passed away peacefully in his sleep today at St Joseph’s Hospital Burbank.
TMZ. “His Brother Paul and twin boys Jayden and Jagger (17) were at his side.”Sizemore was found unconscious in his home around 2 a.m. Sunday, Feb.