Donald Sutherland dies – level 2
25-06-2024 07:00
A famous Canadian actor Donald Sutherland died at 88 years old.
His son Kiefer Sutherland shared the news online, and he called his father one of the most important actors in film history. Donald Sutherland acted in many roles, from MASH to The Hunger Games. Even though he was a great actor, he never won an Oscar, but he got an honorary award in 2017. Sutherland acted in comedies, dramas, and thrillers. Young fans knew him thanks to The Hunger Games.
Sutherland was politically active and spoke against the Vietnam War with Jane Fonda. Many people in Hollywood and his fans are remembering him. Kiefer said that his father was never afraid of any role, good or bad.
Difficult words: honorary (as a special reward), thriller (a book or film with an exciting story, often about solving a crime).
You can watch the original video in the Level 3 section.
What was one of the most notable roles that Donald Sutherland played in his acting career?
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