Julie Andrews' Touching Response To Christopher Plummer's Death
By Mia Tucker
In 2015, Andrews and Plummer sat down with Vanity Fair to discuss the 50th anniversary of The Sound of Music and reflect on the decades-long bond the film afforded them. The interview resonated deeply with fans of the actors and the musical — so it was comforting, in a way, to hear from Andrews mere hours after news of Plummer's death broke.
Her official statement was brief, but sincere. Andrews said, "The world has lost a consummate actor today and I have lost a cherished friend. I treasure the memories of our work together and all the humor and fun we shared through the years. My heart and condolences go out to his lovely wife Elaine, and his daughter Amanda" (via People).
In many ways, it feels like a perfect way to pay tribute to her former co-star. Andrews' words reflect on Plummer's legacy in film and her personal connection to him — and remind the world that Plummer was not just an actor, but a husband, father, and friend as well.
Fans, too, will continue to cherish the work that Plummer leaves behind — and not only The Sound of Music. From his Oscar-winning turn as a closeted gay man in Beginners to an oft-forgotten Star Trek villain to an eccentric author in Knives Out, Plummer brought a gravitas and air of dignity to each role he portrayed — and one that clearly meant a lot to those who acted alongside him.
