The World Paid Tribute to Gene Wilder, in “Tweets”
Gene Wilder the curly brown –haired actor, who brought his comedic touch to such unforgettable roles as the neurotic accountant in The Producers and the mad scientist of Young Frankenstein, has died. He was 83. The world paid tribute to this gentle man by twitting in Monday. After Wilder died due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease.
“Gene Wilder, one of the truly great talents of our time, is gone. He blessed every film we did together with his special magic and he blessed my life with his friendship. He will be so missed.” — Director Mel Brooks in a statement.
Wilder started his acting career on the stage, but millions knew him from his work in the movies, especially his collaborations with Mel Brooks on The Producers, Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein. The last film – with Wilder playing a California-born descendant of the mad scientist, insisting that his name is pronounced “Frahn-ken-SHTEEN” – was co-written by Brooks and Wilder and earned the pair an Oscar nomination for adapted screenplay.
“Goodbye, Gene Wilder. You were one of the great screen comedians. Original and surprising every time.” —Comedian and actor Steve Martin said on Twitter.
Carl Reiner, the legendary filmmaker and comedian suggested everyone familiarise themselves with the work of Gene Wilder.
Billy Crystal, actor in classic comedies When Harry met Sally and City Slickers acknowledged Wilder’s genius on Twitter.
“Gene Wilder was one of the funniest and sweetest energies ever to take a human form. If there’s a heaven he has a Golden Ticket,” said actor Jim Carrey on Twitter.
Director Edgar Wright, known for his Blood and Ice Cream Trilogy said on Twitter.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, or, The Academy also paid tribute on Twitter.
Actress Debra Messing, known for her work on TV, said on Twitter.
Film Critic Leonard Maltin thanked Wilder for all the laughs he’s brought over the years.
“GENE WILDER, the face of childhood joy for many a generation, has passed. Farewell, sweet genius. Gilda awaits you,” said director of such cult comedies like Clerks and Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back, Kevin Smith on Twitter, about Wilder’s wife Gilda.
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