Roger Neilsons Towel Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Actor, Dead at 61 Golden Globe-nominated actor dies following complications from surgery Bill Paxton, the veteran actor who starred in 'Big Love' and films like 'Aliens,' 'Twister' and 'Apollo 13,' has died at the age of 61. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin FilmMagic By Daniel Kreps 25 minutes ago Bill Paxton, the veteran actor who starred in Big Love and appeared in films like Aliens, Twister and Apollo 13, died Saturday following complications from surgery. He was 61. "It is with heavy hearts we share the news that Bill Paxton has passed away due to complications from surgery," a representative for the family said in a statement to Rolling Stone. "A loving husband and father, Bill began his career in Hollywood working on films in the art department and went on to have an illustrious career spanning four decades as a beloved and prolific actor and filmmaker. Bill's passion for the arts was felt by all who knew him, and his warmth and tireless energy were undeniable. We ask to please respect the family's wish for privacy as they mourn the loss of their adored husband and father." Born in Fort Worth, Texas in 1955, Paxton's start in Hollywood came behind the camera as a filmmaker before appearing in small roles in films like Stripes, Commando and The Terminator in the first half of the Eighties. Before achieving marquee status in blockbusters like Apollo 13 and Twister, Paxton managed to transform his secondary roles into memorable turns, like his obnoxious older brother in Weird Science, his gabby police officer in Predator 2, the marine Hudson in Aliens and a sinister vampire in Near Dark. After appearing in a bit part as a punk in The Terminator, Paxton became a favorite of director James Cameron, appearing in small-but-memorable roles in that filmmaker's Aliens, True Lies, Titanic and the documentary Ghosts in the Abyss. Following roles in Tombstone, Trespass and Frank and Jesse, Paxton was cast to star in the 1995 blockbuster Twister, cementing his status from unforgettable character actor to leading man. Over the past two decades, the actor also starred in A Simple Plan, the Spy Kids series, Nightcrawler and Frailty, which he also directed. Paxton will likely most be remembered for his starring role of Bill Henrickson, a modern-day polygamist living quietly in the suburbs, in the HBO drama Big Love, a role which earned Paxton three Best Actor Golden Globe nominations. The series ran for five seasons. In 2012, Paxton was nominated for an Emmy for his leading role in the miniseries Hatfields & McCoys. Paxton was starring in the CBS reboot of Training Day at the time of his death. "Bill Paxton was notoriously one of the nicest people in the industry. He also gave us some of the all-time most iconic movie moments," Jordan Peele tweeted of the actor. Several of Paxton's co-stars also remembered the actor. Cary Elwes, who appeared as Paxton's tornado-chasing adversary in Twister, tweeted, "Very sad to hear about Bill Paxton. His talent, enthusiasm and energy were unique." Rob Lowe, who played Jesse James along Paxton's Frank James in Frank and James, wrote, "Devastated by the sudden loss of my close friend and one of the finest actors in the business, Bill Paxton. Renaissance man, raconteur and uniquely American national treasure. His filmography speaks for itself. His friendship was a blessing. In his memory, on this Oscar Sunday, watch One False Move or A Simple Plan to see this lovely leading man, at his finest." http://www.rollingstone.com/movies/news/bill-paxton-versatile-big-love-actor-dead-at-61-w468938?utm_content=inf_10_2720_2&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=tse&tse_id=INF_10e1ee00fc3f11e6a22fa5876bd4fd44 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Really enjoyed this guys "whine" in Aliens: "We're all going to die man". It's shocking he's gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Incredibly underrated. Usually stole every scene in movies where he wasn't the main character (which was most films). @D-Money Can't gif my favourite True Lies moment (inapprops), but the pic below is in one of the best scenes of all time. Whenever people crap on James Cameron, I immediately point to True Lies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Neilsons Towel Posted February 26, 2017 Author Share Posted February 26, 2017 One of my favourite actors. Gone way too soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Wow, just listened to his WTF interview recently. Good interview if anyone last the time to listen: http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/episode-783-bill-paxton-dylan-brody Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Where's Wellwood Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 I know him from Agents of Shield. He was great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Versatile actor. Some movies he was perfect in, some he just didn't fit (maybe it was the scripts though), but the fact he kept trying was fantastic. He never really got typecast. All the film credits he's in. He had really good timing for humour (True Lies is a perfect example). He will be missed. I feel sorry for his families loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
48MPHSlapShot Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 One of my favorite actors. Always brought amazing energy to his roles. Thanks for the memories, Bill. RIP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bookie Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 https://twitter.com/eastwes/status/835883554705981440 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimberWolf Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Game over man... Guy was underrated, loved his work since weird science. in case anyone wonders the first time he was famous on film, though, here he is at the infamous JFK shooting the little guy above the crowd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Building Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 He had some of the best lines in each movie he was in. His True Lies character made me laugh, a lot, and even as an astronaut he slipped some humour in by accusing ole Swaggert of giving him the clap. He was never quite the main star in the big movies he was in, but those flicks wouldn't have been the same without him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Standing_Tall#37 Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Ride that Tornada home to Jo, one last time Billy... one last time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry Goose Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Dang, always loved seeing Paxton in films. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elvis15 Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 RIP Bill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GLASSJAW Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 I had no idea Bill Paxton had such a substantial fanbase until today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rounoush Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 I think everyone loved Bill Paxton. Sad day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HerrDrFunk Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 37 minutes ago, GLASSJAW said: I had no idea Bill Paxton had such a substantial fanbase until today Really? He was in a crapton of movies with huge fan bases. interesting fact: he's the only person to be killed on screen by a terminator, predator and xenomorph. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diesel_3 Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 Always loved his part in Aliens and the creep in True Lies! RIP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowBoyCoyote Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 a good movie of his was Frailty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattrek Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 This was really cool to see today. RIP Bill Paxton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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