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John Heard's death hit Hollywood and just about anyone who's ever seen "Home Alone" hard on Saturday morning.
Actors and other celebrities who knew the television dad or just loved his work are taking to social media to send their condolences after TMZ reported the 72-year-old actor passed away in his Palo Alto, California hotel room while he was recovering from a minor back surgery.
Heard is best known for his roles at Peter McCallister in the 1990 film “Home Alone” and it's 1992 sequel “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.”
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View StoryTake a look at the reactions that have poured in on Twitter after his name shot to the top of the trends.
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John Heard- what a wonderful actor. We were in the movie Cutter's Way together & I got to experience his artistry and dedication first hand.
@TheJeffBridges
RIP John Heard. Never not good.
@MJMcKean
Sad to hear of John Heard's passing.
@elijahwood
RIP John Heard... you were a staple of our generation.
@kristendoute
RIP John Heard pic.twitter.com/QohEoCn33j
@MattBennett
Very sad to hear that John Heard died. He was so nice to work with on @SisterTheMovie 😢 It was an honor. RIP Mr. Heard. pic.twitter.com/KuNdEjrur3
@ImGraceKaufman
So sad to hear about John Heard. My brother got to work with him. Always gave a great performance. He will be missed. #RIPJohnHeard
@KentMoran
RIP John Heard, so great as the blue collar Galactica officer Commander Garner as well as the corrupt cop in Sopranos, and so much more.
@ScottCollura
RIP John Heard. You will always be the dad I wish I had so I could accidentally be left at home and also end up in New York.
@RealJonFletcher
A sad day.
john heard 🙏🏿
@whoisLukejames
RIP to John Heard. Such a wonderful actor.
@BarbaraHershey8
RIH "John Heard" - your memories will live on until the end of time. Condolences to the family and friends. My prayers are with you all.
@BrandonKHampton
Rest In Peace,John Heard. Had the pleasure of working w/him just once. Blessings & comfort to his loved ones. pic.twitter.com/tbwdarShz2
@DMurphyOfficial
JOHN HEARD RIP BUBBA pic.twitter.com/d1L2kEmXuf
@the_ironsheik
RIP John Heard. I was lucky enough to work with you a few years. What a brilliant actor. You will be missed.#RIPJohnHeard
@WillaFord
RIP John Heard 😢 pic.twitter.com/NkIrZIty5p
@MOGirlProbs
RIP John Heard.
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