Tom Wilkinson Remembered For An Acting Talent That Was “Making Every Project Better”

Time to show the excellent Guy Jenkin Crossing the Floor (1996) again. Tom Wilkinson was so wonderful in it. Over to you @BBCTwo

— Nigella Lawson (@Nigella_Lawson) December 30, 2023

From The Full Monty to The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and so many more, Tom Wilkinson has had a tremendous impact on both Searchlight and cinematic history. We’ll miss you, Tom. pic.twitter.com/sUlTNbWXja

— Searchlight Pictures (@searchlightpics) December 30, 2023

I am very sad to hear the passing of Tom Wilkinson. I had a very great time getting to know him and working with him. One of our wonderful legends that we say goodbye to. Bye for now Tom x pic.twitter.com/zh2JImXgeK

— Aneurin Barnard 🎥 (@aneurinBarnard) December 30, 2023

There was never a Tom Wilkinson moment onscreen that didn't feel authentic. He wasn't a supporting player; he was an actor who elevated the material, regardless of genre. I'll never forget his heartbreakingly great work as a father overcome with grief in "In the Bedroom." RIP. pic.twitter.com/CzAGLpHGw9

— Richard Roeper (@RichardERoeper) December 30, 2023

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My favorite Tom Wilkinson memory…

When we wrapped The Exorcism of Emily Rose, I went to him to say goodbye. As I went in for a hug, he turned sideways and put one arm around my shoulder.

I said, “Well that’s a British hug if I’ve ever had one…”

— N O S ⋊ Ɔ I ᴚ ᴚ Ǝ ᗡ ⊥ ⊥ O Ɔ S (@scottderrickson) December 30, 2023

Goodbye Tom Wilkinson, an amazing talent and wonderful human being. Very proud to have worked with him on The Exorcism of Emily Rose. pic.twitter.com/fBLwFdncE1

— N O S ⋊ Ɔ I ᴚ ᴚ Ǝ ᗡ ⊥ ⊥ O Ɔ S (@scottderrickson) December 30, 2023

The bottom line with me for an Actor is do I believe what they’re saying, and I never heard a word come out of TOM WILKINSON’s mouth that I didn’t 100% believe.

He was a superlative Actor.

THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL (2011)

RIP Sir, legacy assured. pic.twitter.com/mOVNbTs0q4

— Michael Warburton (@MichaelWarbur17) December 30, 2023