Actor Treat Williams tragically passed away in a fatal motorcycle accident, sparking a wave of heartfelt tributes from celebrities mourning his loss and offering condolences to his family. His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed the news on Monday, June 13, revealing that the beloved 71-year-old actor had succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash.

John Travolta was among the first to honor Williams, reflecting on their early days in Broadway productions like *Grease* and *Over Here*. Travolta shared, “Treat Williams and I began our careers together in New York, performing in *Grease* and *Over Here*. My thoughts are with you and your family, Treat. You’ll be remembered with love. Love, John.”


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Catherine Zeta-Jones, who co-starred with Williams in *The Phantom* (1996), took to social media to post a touching tribute alongside a photo from the film, simply writing, “R.I.P. Dearest Treat.”
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Kim Cattrall, who appeared with Williams in the TV movie *36 Hours to ie* (1999), was visibly shaken by the news. She tweeted, “I’m in shock! Farewell, dear Treat. My heart goes out to Pam, Gill, Ellie, and the entire family. You were an amazing friend and actor.”


In response to the announcement of his passing, Sharon Stone expressed her deep sorrow, stating, “I am deeply saddened. Rest in peace, my brother.”

Mark Hamill, sharing a nostalgic picture from their time as stormtroopers in *The Empire Strikes Back*, paid tribute to their friendship, writing, “Heartbroken to hear about Treat’s passing. He was an extraordinary actor, a cherished friend, and a remarkable human being. My heart aches.

Emily VanCamp, Williams’ co-star in *Everwood*, posted a touching message, accompanied by a photo of a younger Williams. She shared, “Every time we worked together was a joy, and I always looked forward to the next. Sending all my love to your family, Treat. Goodbye, my friend.”

James Woods, who worked with Williams on *Once Upon a Time in America*, reflected on the time they spent filming in Rome. “Working together for months could’ve been lonely, but Treat’s humor and warmth made it a better experience. I deeply respected him, and I’m devastated by his passing. #RestInPeace, Treat.”

Billy Baldwin added a moving tribute, celebrating Williams’ kindness, intelligence, and dedication to causes close to his heart. “He had a heart of gold. It’s a tremendous loss for all who knew him. He was passionate about social justice and environmental advocacy. Farewell, my friend. Rest in peace.”