Treat Williams’ last photo gave peek into his quiet life in the countryside
Beloved actor Treat Williams has passed away at the age of 71 after a tragic motorcycle accident in Vermont on Monday around 5 p.m. The actor, known for his roles in “Everwood” and “Hair”, had shared a glimpse into his quiet life in the countryside just hours before the accident. In a final Instagram post, he had shared a video of himself mowing the lawn and showcasing his farmland with the caption “Hay day”.
Williams, who had been married to his wife Pam Van Sant for 35 years, often discussed his love for Vermont in interviews and frequently posted photos of his property and the countryside to social media. In a 2016 interview with My Devotional Thoughts, he explained that he enjoyed sharing his love for the state with others.
Fans of the actor were quick to express their sadness and condolences on his final Instagram posts. His agent of 15 years, Barry McPherson, also expressed shock and devastation at the loss of Williams. “He was an actor’s actor. Filmmakers loved him. He’s been the heart of the Hollywood since the late 1970s,” McPherson said.
Williams’ family also released a statement on his passing to Deadline, saying, “It is with great sadness that we report that our beloved Treat Williams has passed away tonight in Dorset, Vermont after a fatal motorcycle accident. As you can imagine, we are shocked and greatly bereaved at this time.”
FAQs
Who was Treat Williams?
Treat Williams was an American actor known for his roles in “Everwood” and “Hair”.
What happened to Treat Williams?
The actor passed away at the age of 71 after a tragic motorcycle accident in Vermont on Monday around 5 p.m.
Had Treat Williams shared anything on social media before his passing?
Just hours before the accident, Williams had shared a video of himself mowing the lawn and showcasing his farmland on Instagram. He frequently shared photos of his property and the countryside to social media.
What did Williams’ family say about his passing?
In a statement released to Deadline, Williams’ family said, “It is with great sadness that we report that our beloved Treat Williams has passed away tonight in Dorset, Vermont after a fatal motorcycle accident. As you can imagine, we are shocked and greatly bereaved at this time.”
What did Williams’ agent say about his passing?
Williams’ agent of 15 years, Barry McPherson, expressed his shock and devastation at the loss of Williams. “He was an actor’s actor. Filmmakers loved him. He’s been the heart of the Hollywood since the late 1970s,” McPherson said.
A glimpse into Treat Williams’ tranquil rural life through his final photograph
Actor Treat Williams shared a glimpse of his peaceful country life just hours before his tragic death in a motorcycle crash in Vermont. In his final post, the “Everwood” star shared a video of himself mowing the lawn on his farmland, alongside a photo of the farm. The 71-year-old actor had lived in an old farmhouse in Manchester with his wife Pam Van Sant and their two children, Gill and Ellie, for 35 years. He frequently posted photos of the countryside and his property to social media, professing his love for Vermont in interviews. Fans expressed their condolences on his recent Instagram posts following the news of his death. Williams’ agent Barry McPherson said he was the “heart of Hollywood” and had a “balanced career”. A family statement described the actor as “full of love for his family, for his life and for his craft”.