Oscar-winning Canadian actor Christopher Plummer has died at the age of 91.
His long career included an iconic role as Captain Von Trapp in The Sound of Music.
In 2012 at the age of 82, he won an Academy Award for his supporting role in Beginners - becoming the oldest person to win an acting award at the Oscars.
He was nominated again at the age of 88 for his performance in All The Money In The World.
He had continued acting in recent years, with the comedy thriller Knives Out among his last performances.
Tributes
In a statement, Mr Plummer's longtime friend and manager Lou Pitt confirmed the death.
He said: “Chris was an extraordinary man who deeply loved and respected his profession with great old fashion manners, self deprecating humor and the music of words.
“Through his art and humanity, he touched all of our hearts and his legendary life will endure for all generations to come. He will forever be with us.”
Julie Andrews, who starred alongside Mr Plummer in The Sound of Music, said she has lost a "cherished friend" and she'll treasure the memories of working together.
Knives Out director Rian Johnson paid tribute to an 'absolute gentleman'.
RIP to Christopher Plummer, a living legend who loved his craft, and was an absolute gentleman. So lucky to have shared a set with him. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/hNPbTM6Gxw
— Rian Johnson (@rianjohnson) February 5, 2021
Chris Evans, one of the other stars of the 2019 film, said: "One of my favorite memories from Knives Out was playing piano together in the Thrombey house between set ups.
"He was a lovely man and a legendary talent."
John Cusack, who starred alongside Mr Plummer in 2005's Must Love Dogs, described his former co-star as "one of the all time greats".
