Kevin Bacon Pays Tribute to 'Tremors' Co-Star Fred Ward

Kevin Bacon has shared a defiant message on social media following the tragic events that unfolded in Texas last month.MORE: Kevin Bacon supported by daughter Sosie following deaths of co-starsIn the aftermath of the Uvalde school shooting, which saw 19 school children and two teachers lose their lives, the Hollywood actor has urged everyone to be kind and look out for each other.The star posted a now-viral Twitter post from Erin Douglas about a Starbucks worker volunteering to work in Uvalde shortly after the shooting, to allow the local staff to take time off to grieve.VIDEO: Kevin Bacon shares devastating message following the Texas school shootingKevin shared the message alongside his own words: "I needed this right now. Let's check in on one another."MORE: Sosie Bacon 'so sad' in new post following dad Kevin Bacon's tragic newsMORE: Kevin Bacon faces heartache as co-star passes away from cancerShortly after the shooting, the Footloose actor took to Instagram to share an emotional video, telling viewers that he wanted to send a message "to our leaders in Washington this morning"."How many kids have to die before you do something? We all want to live in the land of the free and home of the brave but what about the freedom to drop kids off at school knowing you will pick them up at the end? And being brave enough to stand up to the gun lobby?" he said.

Kevin Bacon has turned to his family for support amid a difficult month that has seen him lose two of his friends.MORE: Sosie Bacon 'so sad' in new post following dad Kevin Bacon's tragic newsThe City on a Hill star reunited with his daughter, Sosie, over the weekend for what appeared to be an extended family get-together including several of her cousins. Documenting the trip on her Instagram Stories, Sosie shared a sweet photo of her dad.WATCH: Kevin Bacon in tears as he shares heartbreaking videoIn the image, Kevin is sitting in a lush green field holding up a bottle of water as if he was raising a toast to Sosie behind the camera.Despite sitting alone, the actor appeared to be having a good time, and looked relaxed in his surroundings, wearing a white shirt and dark jeans.MORE: Sosie Bacon shares worrying update with fansMORE: Kevin Bacon announces exciting career news and fans can't waitThe Footloose star is incredibly close to his family, including his wife, Kyra Sedgwick, and their children, Sosie and Travis, who both followed in their parent's footsteps in the entertainment industry.

Kevin Bacon shared a heartbreaking new video with fans on Wednesday, breaking down in tears over the tragedy in Texas.MORE: Texas school shooting - Amy Schumer, Matthew McConaughey, Kourtney Kardashian and more pay tributeWith red-rimmed eyes, the actor took a deep breath in the video before he began, staring down the camera and sharing that he wanted to send a message "to our leaders in Washington this morning".WATCH: Kevin Bacon in tears and 'devastated' as he shares heartbreaking video"How many kids have to die before you do something? We all want to live in the land of the free and home of the brave but what about the freedom to drop kids off at school knowing you will pick them up at the end?  And being brave enough to stand up to the gun lobby?" he said."The same gun lobby that says 'strong laws wont do anything, 'but what if it could? What if it saves a kid's life? Isn't it worth a try at this point?"MORE: Kevin Bacon faces heartache as co-star passes away from cancerMORE: Tony Dokoupil shares emotional message from family of AR-15 inventor: 'He would be horrified and sickened'The father-of-two went on to share that he had been left "devastated" and sent his "deepest condolences to the victims in Uvalde"."Our children deserve #MoreThanThoughtsAndPrayers from leaders elected to protect them from gun violence. Something’s gotta change," he captioned the video.

Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick are the proud parents of two grown-up children, who have both followed in their footsteps into the public eye.MORE: Kevin Bacon faces heartache as co-star passes away from cancerTheir son Travis Bacon is a musician in a heavy metal band, and dresses in gothic clothing.Celebrating his appearance in a rare personal post this week, Travis shared a picture on Instagram of himself on stage, alongside the message: "Happy world goth day to the ones who wear black EVERY DAY."VIDEO: Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick perform adorable duet together Travis' mom was one of the first to like the post, while other fans celebrated the day by replying with black love hearts.MORE: Sosie Bacon 'so sad' in new post following dad Kevin Bacon's tragic newsMORE: Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick's heavy metal son is unrecognisable in new photoTravis is the singer in the band Contracult Collective, and his parents are big fans of his music.

Kevin Bacon's daughter, Sosie, posted an emotional message on Instagram stories shortly after her dad shared a sad update of his own. The actress uploaded a selfie in which she had tears rolling down her cheeks and a forlorn expression. MORE: Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick's heavy metal son is unrecognisable in new photoShe simply captioned it: "Pisces saying goodbye to anyone." The unhappy image came days after Kevin paid a touching tribute on social media following the death of his good friend, actor Fred Ward.WATCH: Kevin Bacon and wife Kyra Sedgwick sing a duet on their farm He posted a photo of the pair of them in character in the film Tremors, alongside a touching message which read: "So sad to hear about Fred Ward. When it came to battling underground worms I couldn’t have asked for a better partner."I will always remember chatting about his love of Django Reinhardt and jazz guitar during our long, hot days in the high desert.

Kevin Bacon has paid a touching tribute on social media following the death of his good friend, actor Fred Ward.MORE: Kevin Bacon pays tribute to Kyra Sedgwick on Mother's DayThe Flashdance actor took to Instagram to post a photo of the pair of them in character in the film Tremors, alongside a touching message.He wrote: "So sad to hear about Fred Ward. When it came to battling underground worms I couldn’t have asked for a better partner.VIDEO: Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick sing a duet together "I will always remember chatting about his love of Django Reinhardt and jazz guitar during our long, hot days in the high desert.

Fred Ward, several of his former costars, including Kevin Bacon, Matthew Modine, Lou Diamond Phillips, Richard E. Grant, and Kate Mulgrew, shared their memories of working with the charmingly gruff star.Bacon shared a photo of himself and Ward from the 1990 cult hit “Tremors,” writing, “So sad to hear about Fred Ward. When it came to battling underground worms I couldn’t have asked for a better partner.

Kevin Bacon is remembering his “Tremors” co-star Fred Ward.

Kevin Bacon will never forget the work he did with costar Fred Ward on the cult favorite film Tremors.

Academy Awards in “Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult” in 1994.On the small screen, he had recurring roles on NBC’s “ER” playing the father of Maura Tierney’s Abby Lockhart in 2006-2007 and guest starred on such series as “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Leverage” and “United States of Tara.” Ward most recently appeared in the second season of HBO’s “True Detective” as the retired cop father of Colin Farrell’s Det.

Actor Fred Ward has died, aged 79. The news of the ‘Tremors’ star was confirmed by his publicist Ron Hoffman, but he did not provide a cause or location, respecting his family’s wishes.

Tremors, The Right Stuff, The Player and Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins, has died aged 79.His death was confirmed to the New York Post by his publicist Ron Hofmann, who revealed that the actor passed away last Sunday (May 8).“I am sad to announce the passing of acclaimed actor Fred Ward, who passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022, at age 79,” Hofmann’s 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.”No cause of death has been revealed, but Hofmann did share the actor’s finals wishes: “It was Fred Ward’s wish that any memorial tributes be made in the form of donations to the Boston University Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Center. Please visit https://bit.ly/BUSMCTE or contact 617-358-9535 for more information.”A former boxer, lumberjack and short-order cook who served in the U.S.

Actor Fred Ward has passed away. Ward, known for his role in "Tremors," spent the last years of his life developing his painting skills, the actor's representative told Fox News Digital. "I am sad to announce the passing of acclaimed actor Fred Ward, who passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022, at age 79," representative Ron Hofmann said.

Fred Ward, best known for his roles in  and playing Reese Witherspoon’s father in , has died. He was 79.His publicist, Ron Hoffman, confirmed the news of the actor’s death to ET on Friday, sharing that Ward died on Sunday, May 8.

Fred Ward has passed away aged 79.The actor, who starred in films such as Sweet Home Alabama, Escape from Alcatraz, Southern Comfort, The Right Stuff and Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins, is said to have died on Sunday 8 May. A cause of death has not been disclosed. Announcing the news of his passing, his rep Ron Hofmann told the New York Post in a statement: "I am sad to announce the passing of acclaimed actor Fred Ward, who passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022, at age 79.

Fred Ward, a prolific actor best known for roles in The Right Stuff, Tremors, Miami Blues, True Detective and many others, died May 8. He was 79.

A lost star. Fred Ward — best known for his roles in Sweet Home Alabama, Tremors and The Right Stuff — has died at the age of 79.