Tony Scott's Death Prompts Deep Hollywood Mourning
Immediately after news of the director's apparent suicide hit the web, the industry began an outpouring of grief and remembrance.
The death of famed director Tony Scott, who authorities said jumped off Vincent Thomas Bridge in San Pedro, set off an instant emotional outpouring from a stunned Hollywood community.
The helmer of such blockbusters as Top Gun, True Romance, Enemy of the State, and The Taking of Pelham 1-2-3, was also, with his brother Ridley Scott, a prolific producer, with his various projects and partnerships spanning the industry.
From fellow directors, actors, students and just admirers, the statements and tweets reveal a deep sadness; THR will continue to update as more come in.
"Tony was my dear friend and I will really miss him. He was a creative visionary whose mark on film is immeasurable. My deepest sorrow and thoughts are with his family at this time." - Tom Cruise
Tony was always sensitive to the needs of an actor. We've lost a wonderful, creative talent. - Gene Hackman
No more Tony Scott movies. Tragic day
— Ron Howard (@RealRonHoward) August 20, 2012
Just heard about Tony Scott news.Horrible...Tony was a truly lovely man who took me under his wing & ignited my passion to make films.
— Duncan Jones (@ManMadeMoon) August 20, 2012
Awww Tony.Wish you had felt there was a way to keep going.What a sad waste.My thoughts go out to his wife and beautiful children.
— Duncan Jones (@ManMadeMoon) August 20, 2012
Shocked to hear about Tony Scott’s suicide. Terrible news.
— Lee Unkrich (@leeunkrich) August 20, 2012
RIP Tony Scott. Damn. He was a huge inspiration. Very sad.
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) August 20, 2012
ugh! i am a HUGE tony Scott fan. that is horrible news.RIP.
— BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS (@BRIANMBENDIS) August 20, 2012
Wow! Such sadness. Tony Scott, brilliant film director died. Man On Fire! Great motion picture w/Denzel Washington.
— Peter Fonda (@iamfonda) August 20, 2012
Such sad news about Tony Scott. Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
— Jon Favreau (@Jon_Favreau) August 20, 2012
Devastated by the death of Tony Scott. Just watched True Romance 1 of my top 5 fav movies ever a few nights ago.
— Dane Cook (@danecook) August 20, 2012#RIP
Cannot believe the news about Tony Scott. Horrific an sad. Top Gun is one of my favorite movies of all time.
— Dana Brunetti (@DanaBrunetti) August 20, 2012
— Michael De Luca (@MichaelDe_Luca) August 20, 2012
@danabrunetti My heart breaks for Tony Scott and his loved ones, my prayers and thoughts go out to them. Stunned and sad.
Collaborating with the great Tony Scott was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. My thoughts are with his family tonight.
— Richard Kelly (@JRichardKelly) August 20, 2012
Tony Scott was the ultimate mentor - once he understood you... he released the glorious hounds of inner city research, dangerous frontiers.
— Richard Kelly (@JRichardKelly) August 20, 2012
Tony Scott was the best mentor - when he saw something punk rock that he could slip through the system... he pounced.
— Richard Kelly (@JRichardKelly) August 20, 2012
Tony Scott as a Director was Sui Generis. Tony Scott as a friend and a mentor was irreplaceable. Tone, wherever you are, I love you man. RIP
— Joe Carnahan (@carnojoe) August 20, 2012
Tony's influence on a generation of filmmakers is colossal. There isn't a more commercially successful director who pushed the form like him
— Joe Carnahan (@carnojoe) August 20, 2012
I've been extremely fortunate in my career. A career I wouldn't have without Tony Scott's persistence, love and relentless support.
— Joe Carnahan (@carnojoe) August 20, 2012
Taking a moment to reflect on Tony Scott's life & work! My sympathies to his family. Feeling the loss!
— Samuel L. Jackson (@SamuelLJackson) August 20, 2012
Rest in Peace...Tony Scott
— Dylan McDermott (@DylanMcDermott) August 20, 2012
Tony Scott. RIP.
— Donald Faison (@donald_faison) August 20, 2012
So sorry to hear Tony Scott is dead. A great director.
— Rob Schneider (@RobSchneider) August 20, 2012
Tony Scott, rest in peace. How horribly sad.
— Kat Dennings (@OfficialKat) August 20, 2012
RIP Tony Scott. So sad.
— Josh Gad (@joshgad) August 20, 2012
"I didn't...understand what you said"--my favorite moment from Beverly Hills Cop.
— Dominic Monaghan (@DomsWildThings) August 20, 2012#Tonyscott#RIPtonyscott
Just so sad about Tony Scott. R.I.P.
— David Boreanaz (@David_Boreanaz) August 20, 2012
My heart stopped when I heard of the tragic death of 1 of r most inspiring directors, Tony Scott. Rest In Peace Tony. U will be missd so...
— Adam Shankman (@adammshankman) August 20, 2012
“I think we're lucky because there are very few people in life who get to do what we're doing.” - Tony ScottRIP
— Palak Patel (@palakspatel) August 20, 2012
Deeply saddened to hear the news about Tony Scott. A fine film-maker and the most charming, modest man.
— Stephen Fry (@stephenfry) August 20, 2012
So very, very sorry to hear of the death of Tony Scott. A terrible, terrible loss of a truly talented, brilliant man.
— Martha Plimpton (@MarthaPlimpton) August 20, 2012
I'm deeply shocked and saddened by the news of Tony Scott's death and my thoughts and prayers are with his family tonight.
— Josh Charles (@MrJoshCharles) August 20, 2012
R.I.P. Tony Scott. How sad.
— Joshua Malina (@JoshMalina) August 20, 2012
Tony Scott? No...
— Jason O'Mara (@jason_omara) August 20, 2012
Oh God, please tell me this Tony Scott story is a hoax. Please. Because it makes NO sense, from what I saw of him.
— Zack Stentz (@MuseZack) August 20, 2012
— Peter Facinelli (@peterfacinelli) August 20, 2012
#RIPTONYSCOTTBig fan. Thank you for all of your movies. Sad day.
Shocked.Tony Scott is a legend.Tragic and sad day.Thoughts and prayers for his family.
— Marc Webb (@MarcW) August 20, 2012
I just woke up to hear about Tony Scott. Can't believe it. As I hope was evident in my work, I was big fan of his. Rest In Peace, sir.
— edgarwright (@edgarwright) August 20, 2012
'The Last Boy Scout', 'True Romance', 'Crimson Tide', 'Man On Fire' and yes, 'Domino' too. Tony Scott was a rambunctious cinematic spirit.
— edgarwright (@edgarwright) August 20, 2012
True Romance. The scene with Christopher Walken and Dennis Hopper in a Detroit railyard is a classic. RIP Tony Scott.
— Michael Moore (@MMFlint) August 20, 2012
So sad to hear about Tony Scott. A master of grand action, nail biting pace and atmosphere. A real loss to film making.
— Simon Pegg (@simonpegg) August 20, 2012
RIP Tony Scott. Never knew him but always heard nothing but great things about him and I loved his films. Terrible loss for cinema.
— Eli Roth (@eliroth) August 20, 2012
Tony Scott director of my favorite movie man on fire." I wish you had moretime "
— Chris Rock (@chrisrock) August 20, 2012
Shocking and devastating news. He was the best and will be greatly missed.
— Christian Slater (@ChristianSlate4) August 20, 2012
If what's being reported is true and Tony was terminal, then he died as he lived: Full blown, full speed and down to the very last second.
— Joe Carnahan (@carnojoe) August 20, 2012
It's bittersweet to see the overwhelming praise for Tony Scott's work today. It's very much deserved, but sad he didn't hear it for himself.
— edgarwright (@edgarwright) August 20, 2012
Oh Wow, RIP Tony Scott.
— octavia spencer (@octaviaspencer) August 20, 2012
Prayers And Blessings To The Family Of Fellow Director Tony Scott And Brother Ridley.God Bless You.
— Spike Lee (@SpikeLee) August 20, 2012
