America misses Donald Sutherland, one of Canada’s most revered actors, who boasts a remarkable career spanning over six decades. Renowned for his versatility and commanding screen presence, Sutherland has portrayed an impressive array of characters, ranging from heroes to villains, and everything in between. Born on July 17, 1935, in Saint John, New Brunswick, his journey to stardom began with a passion for engineering, but he eventually turned to drama, studying at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.

Sutherland’s breakthrough came in the late 1960s with roles in groundbreaking films such as The Dirty Dozen (1967), where his quirky portrayal of Vernon Pinkley earned him widespread recognition. This was followed by his iconic role as “Hawkeye” Pierce in MASH* (1970), a satirical anti-war film that cemented his status as a leading man. His ability to embody complex characters shone in Klute (1971), opposite Jane Fonda, and Don’t Look Now (1973), a haunting psychological thriller.

Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Sutherland’s filmography expanded with critically acclaimed performances in Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) and Ordinary People (1980), showcasing his range and depth. In later decades, he continued to evolve, taking on supporting roles in major films like Cold Mountain (2003) and as President Snow in The Hunger Games series (2012–2015), introducing his talent to a new generation.

Beyond film, Sutherland’s work in television has also been celebrated, earning him accolades such as an Emmy for his role in the HBO film Citizen X (1995).

Sutherland’s enduring appeal lies in his ability to disappear into roles, crafting memorable characters with subtlety and gravitas. His dedication to his craft has firmly established him as one of the most respected actors in cinematic history and will be widely missed. My personal favorite was Six Degrees of Separation.  Here is a list of his films:

Castle Of The Living Dead (1964)

The Dirty Dozen (1967)

Start the Revolution Without Me (1970)

M*A*S*H (1970)

Kelly’s Heroes (1970)

Johnny Got His Gun (1971)

Klute (1971)

F.T.A. (1972)

Steelyard Blues (1973)

Don’t Look Now (1973)

The Day of the Locust (1975)

(1976)

Fellini’s Casanova (1976)

The Eagle has Landed (1976)

National Lampoon’s Animal House (1978)

Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978)

The First Great Train Robbery (1978)

Ordinary People (1980)

Threshold (1981)

Eye of the Needle (1981)

The Rosary Murders (1987)

A Dry White Season (1989)

Bethune: The Making of a Hero (1990)

JFK (1991)

Backdraft (1991)

Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992)

Six Degrees of Separation (1993)

Outbreak (1995)

A Time to Kill (1996)

Without Limits (1998)

Space Cowboys (2000)

The Art of War (2000)

The Italian Job (2003)

Cold Mountain (2003)

Pride and Prejudice (2005)

Lord of War (2005)

Reign Over Me (2007)

Fool’s Gold (2008)

The Eagle (2011)

Horrible Bosses (2011)

The Hunger Games (2012)

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013)

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 (2014)

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 (2015)

Forsaken (2015)

The Leisure Seeker (2017)

Basmati Blues (2017)

American Hangman (2019)

Ad Astra (2019)

The Burnt Orange Heresy (2019)

Backdraft 2 (2019)

Mr. Harrigan’s Phone (2022)

Miranda’s Victim (2023)

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