Actor Willie Garson Dies of Cancer
Known for his roles in Sex and The City, White Collar and more
Actor Willie Garson, age 57, has died of pancreatic cancer. Garson was well known for playing Stanford “Stanny” Blatch on Sex and the City, a role which he reprised in the upcoming spin-off And Just Like That…
Garson also played the brilliant, lovable and quirky Mozzie in White Collar from 2009 -2014. He leaves behind a son, Nathen Garson, who confirmed his father’s death on Tuesday. He wrote, “I love you so much papa. Rest In Peace and I’m so glad you got to share all your adventures with me and were able to accomplish so much. I’m so proud of you. I will always love you, but I think it’s time for you to go on an adventure of your own.”
HBO Max’s And Just Like That… wrote a tribute saying, “Willie Garson was in life, as on screen, a devoted friend and a bright light for everyone in his universe. He created one of the most beloved characters from the HBO pantheon and was a member of our family for nearly twenty-five years. We are deeply saddened to learn of his passing and extend our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.”
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Other tributes have been pouring in. Cynthia Nixon of Sex and The City writes, in part, “We all loved him and adored working with him. He was endlessly funny on-screen and and in real life. He was a source of light, friendship and show business lore. He was a consummate professional— always… My heart goes out to his son, Nathen Garson. Nathen, I hope you know how much he loved you and how proud he was to be your dad.”
Matt Bomer, of White Collar, writes,
“Willie. I don’t understand. And it’s not fair. This past year, you taught me so much about courage and resilience and love. I still haven’t wrapped my head around a world without you in it- where I can’t call you when I need to laugh, or be inspired. The last thing you did when we said goodbye was pull down your mask (I hate covid), smile, and wink at me. I know that it wasn’t reflective of the pain you were going through, but it was indicative of everything you were and are to me: some one who lifted me up, who made me better, and who always, always made me smile. This also reminded me how strong our White Collar family is. We were all there for Willie, and for each other. I love you forever Willie Garson. You live on in our hearts and minds always: and your White Collar family is always here for Nathen. Save a place for me, because you know I want to be at your table up there.”
