By Marisa Laudadio
9:00pm PDT, Jun 21, 2023
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"Hair" and "Everwood" actor Treat Williams was killed in a motorcycle accident on June 12, 2023, in Dorset, Vermont. He was 71. "He was making a left or a right [and] a car cut him off," his agent, Barry McPherson, told People magazine. "I'm just devastated. He was the nicest guy. He was so talented. He was an actor's actor. Filmmakers loved him. He's been the heart of Hollywood since the late 1970s…" TMZ reported that according to authorities, the driver of a Honda Element SUV turned left into a parking lot and collided with Treat, who was thrown from his bike. The actor, who police confirmed was wearing a helmet, was airlifted to New York's Albany Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
In the wake of the shocking news, many of Treats famous friends took to social media to mourn the star, who was universally beloved in Hollywood…
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"Treat Williams and I got our start together in NYC appearing in 2 Broadway shows, 'Grease' and 'Over Here.' I'm so sorry Treat. My thoughts are with you and your family. You will be missed. Love, John" –John Travolta
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"I'm in shock! RIP Dear Treat. My condolences to Pam, Gilles, Ellie and the family. A wonderful actor and friend." –Kim Cattrall
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"He had it all. Smart. Talented. Funny. Charming. Successful. Handsome. Compassionate. Heart of gold. And that name… Treat Williams. He truly and deeply cared about what's going on here in America and around the world. Climate change, social justice, freedom, truth, tolerance… love. Beloved by his family, friends, fans, colleagues… his community. A terrible loss. You will be missed. Rest in power Treat." –Billy Baldwin
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"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," Treat Williams' family — widow Pam van Sant and children Elinor Williams and Gill Williams — said in a statement. "Treat was full of love for his family, for his life and for his craft, and was truly at the top of his game in all of it. It is all so shocking right now, but please know that Treat was dearly and deeply loved and respected by his family and everyone who knew him. We are beyond devastated and ask that you respect our privacy as we deal with our grief. To all his fans, please know that Treat appreciated all of you and please continue to keep him in your hearts and prayers."
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"His big, beautiful heart will live on in those who loved him, and in the hearts of millions of people who were touched by his life's work. I love the way he lived, and loved, and he will be terribly missed. Rest in peace, Treat. All the love in the world to his sweet family." –Scott Wolf
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"I remember our first lunch like it was yesterday. Myself and my fellow producer were meeting you about playing Doctor Andy Brown [on Everwood]. I was only 29 and had never worked with a star of your stature, let alone had lunch about anything I had written. I was shaking (it was only months after September 11th and the whole world was still shaking). The assignment by the studio was to somehow vibe and see if 'you were Andy.'
The lunch lasted hours and at the end you gave me a hug that made me feel like everything would be okay. My answer to the network after was that if we were able to capture half of Treat's warmth, humor, wisdom and heart we would have a tv show. I can still feel the warmth of your presence back then. People could feel it through the screen when watching Everwood. That was the secret magic of the show, every week you were giving the world a much needed hug. The kindness you showed me from that lunch through our time working together changed the course of my life and my own heart. Your loss from this world, especially only weeks after the loss of the beloved John Beasley, is heartbreaking and inconceivable to me. My love and prayers for you and your beautiful family who you loved so dearly and always reminded me nothing was worth anything without.
I have many photos from that joyful time. This is the one I keep by my writing desk. It's from our lunch after the Everwood pick up at upfronts, of you and my sister. I've always loved it because it reminds me of the best about this business. As it, and you, always will." –"Everwood" creator Greg Berlanti
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"Terribly sad to hear #TreatWilliams died today , on the road. Treat was about the nicest , most likeable guy you could imagine. How awful this is." –Sam Neill
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"Heartbreaking to hear the news about Treat Williams. He was such a kind generous soul. Down to earth and the real deal. My heart goes out to his family. Rest in Peace dear Treat." –Ellen Barkin
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"Treat and I spent months in Rome filming Once Upon a Time in America. It can be pretty lonely on the road during a long shoot, but his resilient good cheer and sense of humor was a Godsend. I really loved him and am devastated that he's gone. #RIP #TreatWilliams" –James Woods
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"My thoughts and prayers are with Treat's family," Treat Williams' "Chicago Fire" co-star Taylor Kinney told People magazine. "He played my father on Chicago Fire, and was a father figure to everyone on set. I'll always relish our conversations and his uncanny ability to light up a room. We all send love, he will be missed."
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"This news is devastating," Gregory Smith — who played the son of Treat Williams' character on all four seasons of "Everwood" — told Deadline. "Treat was a wonderful man and a brilliant actor. Above all, he loved his family so much. I'm very grateful for the time I got to spend as part of his extended tv family. He made an indelible impression on me during my most formative years. I will always cherish my time with Treat and think fondly of his stories, his laugh and his passion for adventure. I'm sending love to his family, Pam, Gil and Elinor. He will be deeply missed."
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"The many times we worked together- always wonderful and I was always excited for the next time. Sending all my love to your family Treat. Fly high my friend" –Emily VanCamp
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"I'm utterly heartbroken by the tragic and sudden death of Treat Williams," co-star Sarah Drew told Deadline. "My experience working with Treat on Everwood was formative in my life and career. We had a beautiful and extremely close-knit family during our years in Salt Lake City. I learned so much from Treat's talent and leadership and we have lost a bright light today. My heart goes out to his family."
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"Treat's passing is a great loss to the acting community. Our prayers are with his loved ones. RIP #treatwilliams #rip #restinpeace" –Malcolm McDowell
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"Having the blessing to work along Treat Williams side on the Phantom was an incredible joy. His magnetic presence and hilarious personality kept us going everyday on that wonderful adventure. I love you Treat, you were an incredible co-star, story teller, and friend. You will always be in our hearts forever. Rest in Love and Peace buddy #TreatWilliams #TheGreat " –Kristy Swanson
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"This how it felt to be with #TreatWilliams. Always a joyful adventure. I'm just stunned. My heart aches for the loss. What a remarkable man. @Rtreatwilliams enjoyed his life so much. He created a beautiful existence & example of solid love. He was honest & clear, dedicated to his family and passions. I can't imagine his loved ones' loss – it's just shattering. My consolation is all the great memories and that he did what he loved doing until the end. Soar high, dear friend." –Sharon Lawrence, who shared photos with Treat
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"This is surreal and terribly sad. The loveliest human being, we shared a connected love for the great state of Vermont. He was the absolute sweetest." –Elizabeth Perkins
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"Very saddened by the news of Treat Williams' passing. Though I never worked with him, we had the opportunity to hang out a few times. What a lovely, kind and generous soul. His warmth and grace apparent in addition to his immense talent. #RIPTreatWilliams" –Lou Diamond Phillips
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"Treat Williams, my TV dad and real-life dear friend: in a deeply flawed industry, you set the gold standard for how we should treat one another. My 71-year-old friend with the soul of a 25-year-old. Grateful we got to come back together this season, one last time. Family forever." –Simone Policano, who played the daughter of Treat's character on "Blue Bloods"
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"Treat Williams was a passionate, adventurous, creative man. In a short period of time, he quickly befriended me & his adventurous spirit was infectious. We worked on just 1 film together but occasionally connected over the years. Kind and generous with advice and support. RIP" –Wendell Pierce
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"Sad news. Rest in peace, brother" –Sharon Stone
