Celebrities React to Terrence McNally's Death Due to Coronavirus - See Tweets
Tons of stars are speaking out to honor Terrence McNally following his death.
The famed playwright and four-time Tony Award winner has sadly passed away at age 81 due to coronavirus (COVID-19) complications.
Broadway star Audra McDonald tweeted, “My dear sweet brilliant kind Terrence. The world is not nearly as sweet of a place without you in it. My heart is breaking yet again.”
Star Wars actor Mark Hamill added, “‘A lot of people stop learning in life and that’s their tragedy.’- Terrence McNally, one of the most brilliant and prolific playwrights… EVER. #RIP.”
See how more celebrities are paying their respects below, and find out every celeb who has tested positive for coronavirus.
Saddened to hear of the passing of Terrence McNally. He was an absolute gentleman and his commitment to the theatre was unwavering. He will be missed by so many of us x
— James Corden (@JKCorden) March 24, 2020
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RIP Terrence McNally
— Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) March 24, 2020
just read about Terrence McNally and I’m fucking broken by it.
This is so dark.
I met Terrence when my friend James Cusati-Moyer starred in his play “Fire and Air” @classicstage.
His kindness and candor were unmatched.
RIP TERRENCE. You were a gift.https://t.co/i9gU7b55i7
— Former Broadway Playwright Jeremy O. Harris (@jeremyoharris) March 24, 2020
Terrence McNally was a legend among legends on Broadway. If you are an actor, there's a good chance you have performed one of his works. If not, you surely will in your career, he was that prolific and gifted. Ah, my heart breaks at the news! https://t.co/N71IQcStFH
— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) March 24, 2020
Please remember the brilliant Terrence McNally, “The playwright leaves a legacy of slowly changing people's minds by changing their hearts first.” He will be missed ❤️ https://t.co/jWm3gvX0YS
— Sarah Silverman (@SarahKSilverman) March 24, 2020
Please read this beautiful thread about Terrence McNally. https://t.co/okUe0aT47Y
— Bebe Neuwirth (@BebeNeuwirth) March 24, 2020
Can't stop crying! #TerrenceMcNally literally changed my life! Gave me my very 1st play on Bway #Frankie&Johnny-was blessed to do it A 2nd time #The Ritz! Dream come true! BUT WHAT MATTERED MOST- he let me in his life w Tom & was my friend! A true legend gone! My love to Tom.
— Rosie Perez (@rosieperezbklyn) March 24, 2020
Heartbroken about Terrence McNally. A brilliant writer and a lovely gentleman. #LoveValourCompassion indeed
— Andy Cohen (@Andy) March 24, 2020
A huge loss. I was fortunate enough to grow up in NYC and could see myself in his plays long before the rest of Hollywood caught up. Wildly prolific and wonderful. Thank you Terrence McNally. ❤️🌈 https://t.co/PGeABycdhX
— billy eichner (@billyeichner) March 24, 2020
We have lost one of the best of us! #TerrenceMcNally
Please do your part to #FlattenTheCurve so those among us who are most vulnerable…like our seniors whose shoulders we all stand, and dance, and act, and imagine on can be able to fight this.
I’m staying home..for them😔! https://t.co/aGBhnnKvKa
— Heather Headley (@heatherheadley) March 24, 2020
RIP #TerrenceMcNally, who died today from #coronavirus complications. His was a vital voice in American theatre, especially effective at lifting up and amplifying the American LGBTQ experience. My thoughts are with his husband and their loved ones. Take good care, all.
— Anthony Rapp @🏡 (@albinokid) March 24, 2020
Heartbroken over the loss of Terrence McNally, a giant in our world, who straddled plays and musicals deftly. Grateful for his staggering body of work and his unfailing kindness.
— Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) March 24, 2020
Very sad to hear of the death of #TerrenceMcNally today from complications due to this awful virus.
An astonishing body of work. From plays to musicals he could do anything. Kiss of the Spoderwoman, The Rink and Masterclass being favourites. Fare forward sir.— Stephen Moyer (@smoyer) March 24, 2020
This virus just claimed one of the most important artists of our time. His contribution to our culture and to me personally, can’t be overstated. 💔
Terrence McNally, Tony-Winning Scribe of Love! Valour! Compassion!, Ragtime & More, Dies at 81 https://t.co/WUuiF3ruSF
— Wilson Cruz (@wcruz73) March 24, 2020
Rest In Peace #TerrenceMcNally, I read your plays while growing up and yours are the words on which I floated to my dreams. ✏️
— Nia Vardalos (@NiaVardalos) March 24, 2020
My first acting award at a one-act festival in high school. My first Tony nomination was for Full Monty. Both shows written by Terrence McNally. He had a monumental impact on my career and will be missed. Rest In Peace, my friend. #RIPTerrenceMcNally
— patrick wilson (@patrickwilson73) March 24, 2020
Bless you, Terrence McNally. 💔
— Michael Urie (@michaelurie) March 24, 2020
Oh no- the coronavirus has killed Terrence McNally. Thoughts with hs husband, Tom Kirdahy https://t.co/f5ysG7zOwD
— Mia Farrow (@MiaFarrow) March 24, 2020
Rest In Peace, Terrence McNally.
Sending love to @tkirdahy and all those who knew and loved him.
His speech at the Tony Awards is something I won’t ever forget.
Your words will ripple infinitely.
— Alex Brightman (@ABrightMonster) March 24, 2020
We lost a great artist today. I worked for and with Terrence McNally twice in my life and they were two of the greatest experiences I’ve ever had. His work was vital, intense, hysterical and rare. My hope is that he will inspire writers for years to come. #RIPTerrenceMcNally
— jason alexander (@IJasonAlexander) March 24, 2020
My heart has cracked wide open learning of this loss. Terrence McNally will always be one of my great inspirations. Thank you for all you created. All you’ve left us with. https://t.co/AmZV30mSAF
— Dustin Lance Black (@DLanceBlack) March 24, 2020
So incredibly saddened by the passing of the great Terrence McNally—virtuosic playwright, fearless LGBT activist, and steadfast friend. There will never be another one like him. pic.twitter.com/LpQXGdsgnm
— Cynthia Nixon (@CynthiaNixon) March 24, 2020
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