 'Spartacus' star Andy Whitfield dead at 39"Spartacus" actor Andy Whitfield has died, CNN has confirmed. Fans of Starz Entertainment's original drama "Spartacus: Blood and Sand" know Whitfield as the titular gladiator. According to the New York Times, the 39-year-old passed away on Sunday in Sydney, Australia from non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Whitfield leaves behind his wife, Vashti, two children, and a sister. “We are deeply saddened by the loss of our dear friend and colleague, Andy Whitfield,” said Starz President and CEO Chris Albrecht in a statement.
“We were fortunate to have worked with Andy in 'Spartacus' and came to know that the man who played a champion on-screen was also a champion in his own life," Albrecht continued. "Andy was an inspiration to all of us as he faced this very personal battle with courage, strength and grace. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. He will live on in the hearts of his family, friends and fans.” "Spartacus" creator Steven DeKnight shared his thoughts on Twitter, writing, "No words to express the depth of such a loss. You will be deeply missed, my brother." Whitfield rose to stardom on the Starz series, but took what was intended to be a temporary hiatus following a check-up in March of 2010, the NYT reports. Starz ended up using a variety of actors for a prequel, "Spartacus: Gods of the Arena" as they waited for Whitfield to return, but he never became well enough to do so. Australian actor Liam McIntyre was tapped to fill the lead for the second season. At the time, McIntyre commended Whitfield for his work on the show, and said that "everybody hurts that he's had to give up that role, myself included." Whitfield's co-stars are chiming in with their condolences as well. In a statement on her fan site, "Spartacus" actress (and former "Xena" star) Lucy Lawless is quoted as saying that "Obviously, Andy Whitfield left an indelible mark on all of us in the 'Spartacus' family." "He was a gentle man who never said a bad word about anyone, a gifted photographer, engineer (no really!) and a brilliant actor," the statement said. "Andy's incandescent film presence made men want to be him and women want to marry him. Andy's two babies will always know that their Daddy cherished them and their mother, Vashti, above all things. How lucky we were to have him grace all our lives. Godspeed, Andy!"
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Rest in peace brother, One day cancer will be eradicated, like you did Quintus! Love you man, you will be missed. The Varro in my name is in honor to who you were as an actor, but most importantly..a person =) RIP
there is no one can duplicate andy in the role of spartacus he is the original spartacus goobye andy may you rest in peace with our lord jesus christ
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this is really sad, i'm expecting him to still play his role on Season 3, not excited to watch it anymore.
For me he is the best..
The show is the "best"! The role of Spartacus only comes around once in a life time, and an actor like Andy who was soo tailored and perfect for this role, he played the role with passion, and grace, Andy you will be missed, and I miss you. Rest In Peace, and brother we will meet in Heaven one day.
He is with all of us who have faith in Christ for he has been called for the greatest battle of all that is the one called ARMAGEDDON
mrs. whitfield, I hope that the actor was as great a man as the movie betrayed him to be. I'm a wife, mother, and a grandmother much older than you but i loved the show and the man that played the part. HE will be missed my hope is that you and your family will be blessed in the future.
Andy's talent that he put into his character by far made it well worth watching the series Spartacus. I will continue to watch, but no man/actor will ever be able to replace the presence Andy Whitfield has brought to this series or the character Spartacus. Rest in Peace Andy and God bless you and your family! Andy Whitfield is Spartacus!!!
He looks so like the Actor who starred in AVATAR, who is also Australian, I think. Never watched Spartacus, but he seems to have been a much loved man.
Infact this news is really shocking and mind losting that Andy is no more, i really dont explain my feeling, because i like him very much as an actor, as an Idle, as an hero. This time i did not believe about his death, in fact i really thinking that every body is jocking. if any body has his last snap then please send. me so i believe. i really in shock plz.
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I just found out about the passing of such a great man. My prayers go out to his family and friends and may you rest in peace.
Am not happy 4 hearing this our dear brother rest in peace.
Andy, you were a great man and a great human being. You touched the lives and souls of countless people all over the world as evidenced by all of the emails above that I just read. My condolences to his wife and children and to all of us who will miss him. I am terribly shocked and affected by his death as if he was my best friend. I can't explain it and tears are coming forth as I write this. I only wish that I could have met him but I bought the complete Spartacus series as soon as it was available although i can't bring myself to watch it yet.
hmmmm...we will forever miss him as spaRctacus..may his soul rest in peace
DEATH HAPPENS TO US ALL. THIS YOUNG MAN ANDY WHITFIELD LOSSING HIS BATTLE AND LEAVING BEHIND HIS WIFE AND 2 SMALL CHILDREN AND SEEMINGLY TO HAVE A PROMISING CAREER IS WHAT IS AFFECTING US ALL FOR THOSE WHOM REALLY DID NOT KNOW HIM. HE BROUGHT US ENTERTAINMENT IN "SPARTACUS" LIKE NO OTHER, FOR HE WAS PERFECT FOR THAT ROLE. HIS SOUL IS AT REST AND I KNOW THAT WE ALL WHOM HAVE
BECAME FANS WISH HE WAS HERE INSTEAD OF THE HEAVENS. FOR WHATEVER REASON HIS TIME ON THIS EARTH
WAS NOT LONGER, HIS MARK IS FOREVER LASTING. GOD BE WITH HIS WIFE AND KIDS THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME AND HIS NOW NEW ROLE OF GUARDIAN ANGEL CONT TO KEEP WATCH OVER THEM.
MR ANDY WHITFIELD REST IN PEACE {R.I.P.} AND KNOW THAT ALL YOUR FANS ARE GOING TO FOREVER MISS YOU!
Your a real man Spartacus.
I was shocked wen I heard of his death from a friend but I didn't want to believe it was true untill I checked nd found out it was really true! Although, I knew him on d screen but I'll forever miss him. Rest in peace Andy! My prayers goes to his family. Spartacus can't be the same without him!
My heart felt condonlensces to Andy's family and friends. I know this is hard for everyone, but I know Andy is looking upon us all and wanting us to whats right. Bless you Andy, we'll all miss you teribly until we hoist another pint.
His death touches me as though he was one of my own.i hope the wife can accept my codolence.
I cant believe this has happened deep sympathy sorry for your lost. Wife and two children that are left behind, Andy was a great actor and person one of a kind I do not and didn't never Know him personally but hearing his interviews you can just tell that he is and was a great person we all miss you (rip) Andy, you are my hero.
I felt so sad when had the great andy,is no longer with us,is to bad say goodbye,I wish u good staying in heaven,may the almighty jah strengthen your family....I will definitely miss you.I won't light a candle for you.if am been given the chance,I will born the holl forest for u..............
Andy,
You brought real emotion, intensity and power to this show. I was so sad when i first heard of your illness. Far to young, and certainly to young to pass, and in your prime. I send good vibes to you and your family, you will be missed, but not forgotten.
Our hearts goes out to his family and friends and his co-workers, he was well known and liked by all he touched! He was a fine actor as which he was a person I'm sure. He'll be greatly missed by all whom loved and cared for him, by Gods graces he'll suffer no more! R.I.P.
Andy Whitfield was Spartacus and he will be missed. My condolences to his family. As far as I am concerned he stands with the immortal Kirk Douglas in the Spartacus pantheon.
Andy I wish you are in heaven my friend when I found out you were sick I felt like crap. You were great and when they decided to another series to buy time. I was hoping to see you again you are and will always be my top actor in a TV serie and I will see you in heaven.
I'm a huge fan of Spartacus, Blood and Sand. Andy Whitfield you will be missed and hardly can you be replaced. My condolences to your family who truly love you most.
Truly stunned! Had no idea his cancer had progressed! Absolutely loved the show because of him. He was beautiful, talented and in great physical shape.... Was hoping and praying that he would beat this
Rest in peace Andy. May your family be filled with solace & peace as they reflect on your life. You brought so much happiness to your fans as well as loved ones.
he did not look well in the picture posted here. sad.
one of the best series i been seen in a while andy bring life to spartacus now he is going to be missed love to all is loved ones a big fan so cruel to die so young rip
I am so sad still that I can hardly speak. He was made for the role of Spartacus... there could be no other. I don't know if I can continue to see Spartacus with Liam...He will be a constant reminder of Andy's passing. I purchased the complete first season of Spartacus because of him. He was so special in his acting. He was so natural. He WAS Spartacus! I will miss him terribly. MY deepest heartfelt condolences to his family. I am jealous of his family for having had such an incredible man they enjoyed sharing their lives with...however so short...rest in peace gentle warrior...
I think we are all in a state of shock, he was so full of life and vigor. We were certain he would beat it. A decent person with a young family and a career that by watching that series we all knew he would go far. Shame. Hate cancer.
Wake up call. So sad. Bypass the BS and enjoy life.. It's too short.
I am so saddened by Andy's death. I was diagnosed with NHL right before him in 2008. I was shocked to see his first round of treatments were so short. I went through 10 rounds of chemo before I went into remission. I still have to get pt scans and check-ups. It can always come back. You never know. But...when it comes back, it's more resistant to treatment. I was praying for him and Michael C Hall. Seeing them helped me in my battle...which continues. Godspeed to Andy and his wife and children. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that there are many of of us out here who truly repsect Andy and will always cherish his work.
VIIIICTORRRYYYYYYYYYYY!
siento mucho la muerte de Andy actuaba buenisimo en las película
tu fans numero 1 siempre estaras nuestro corazones toda tu fans siempre te vamos recordar como tu eres guerrero héroes y ballata que lucho por su familia esposa hijo hermanos y amigos amigas
OMG I can't believe this happened. I loved watching him and for someone to die so young and I was looking forward to seeing him in many more roles. My thoughts and prayers goes out to his family and friends. I was and still am a big fan.
They can recast him, but they can never replace him. Even if the show goes 6 or 7 seasons, he's the man that hit the homerun out of the park.
Too, too heartbreaking. He was practically just a baby-taken far too soon. It just isn't fair when people are taken this young. God Bless you, dear. And God Bless your family.
I was devastated when I heard Andy Whitfield passed away because I thought he would definitely bounce back and beat this illness. There will never be another Spartacus like Andy...R.I.P.!!!
I am sad to hear he had passed on. I was hoping that he would be able to overcome it
If there is ever 1 actor I fell in love with, It's Andy........I remain your greatest fan.....wether in live or in death................Adios Gladiator.........The Bringer of Rain..................R.I.P
Why does the good die young, Great show on Starz R.I.P.
miss a gem, a very brave and hardworking man. the whole world will miss u ANDY.
may his gentle soul rest in the bosom of the lord
Love from India Brother. I saw the news only after my work. It was too painful to hear the news. I was shocked to death. God Bless your Family. Love.
As I watched dis ACTION package wit immense excitement I cuidn't help d tears. Always dream it, act it & even very farmiliar wit his intelligent remarks. RIP my ANDY anyday, anytime
Although I've never watched the show, it seems that he really devoted his energy into being a top-notch family man & a stupendous role model in his character. For that reason, I will continually "B" inspired in reaching out. Thanks Lucy Lawless~ I can't stop now for you I'll take a bow!;~0
He was a great actor and although spatarcus was too bloody for me I continued watching it because of him. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family. RIP
My heart goes out to his family.andy was a brilliant actor may he rest in peace
I'm so terribly saddened, he was a brilliant actor...tuk thw role in Spatacus to a different level
He wod be sorely missed...its devastating..if I'm feeling so sad how hez family n frends wod...I pray they find comfort in fond memories of our dear Andy
May God comfort them...
Andy, u were and will still be our dear warrior..
I hope I can still watch spatacus as it wod never be the same. Andy captured that role perfectly..
RIP
Wayne, i know it is hard but we weren't made to fit in. Find a good bible. One you can understand and let God show you. You are unique as you are special made for a tremendous purpose. Pray tha God will how you yours. Take care brother. Liis
God took one of his special ones clearly. I rejoice that he is in heaven and we all will be there to be with all our loved ones through Jesus! God Bless his family. know that he is always with you. My condolences. Liis
My heart goes out to his family and friends.God will take care of him,and his not hurting any more.R.I.P. may the angles watch over all that loved him.
Dear Andy, thanks for being my hero, you are true beauty in ur heart and soul, I cant stop crying girls, I am heart broken and needed a hero in a world where I dont fit in. I love u hero, ANDY WHITFIELD, just a gay boy. GOD PLEASE PUT HIM IN UR ARMS, ETERNAL LOVE WAYNE
I was devastated to hear the news...really gonna miss Andy as Spartacus...a graceful gladiator! May your soul rest in Peace...and condolence to the family!Our prayers and love from the Philippines are with you!
I love you Andy, love Wayne
Wat a great lost!andy whitfield u're the best among the rest,so sad and painful to hear u are death.best know to me I believe death is evictable One evry man must leave dis sinful world,u've reached ur BuS stop may thy grant ur soul broda,Rest in peace.Adieu
I wonder if he is in elysium..
Who is Andy Whitfield? Never heard of him until today.
It’s an absolute shame i am deeply saddenes that Andy Whitfield’s passing..Condolences to the family. Rest in peace
The Angels came for you today...
They held out their hands and took you away...
They replaced your shiled and sword with gold Angelic wings..
Music was in the air as they all began to sing..
Your eyes were blue as the deepest sea...
Now they shine brightly within the galaxy...
The tears fall from my eyes like the pouring rain...
My heart cries inside from all of the pain...
God called your name among the Angels holy band..
With one gentle touch He reached out his hand...
He took you into Heaven to become his new bright shining star...
One that will guide us below to wherever you are...
When we look into the starry skies at night...
Yours will be the brightest shining light...
We will see your bright smile and your beautifiul blue eyes..
As they will be the one that lights up the darkened skies...
You will be missed this is oh so true...
One day we all will be together, standing next to you!
So soar through the Heavens with your bright Angelic Wings...
And listen to the bells on the church as they softly ring...
With each bell that rings will be in memory of you..
For we all here on earth will always miss and love you..
Farewell my friend, the one and only Spartacus that will never fade away or die...
I say goodbye with tearfilled eyes....
May God take your hand and gently walk you through the other side...
As he knows you are a hero, a fighter, one who has a lot of pride...
I will always remember Andy as a true life gladiator . A great actor, a great friend for all and most of all, a great husband and dad. Your talent and on screen charisma will be missed greatly.
"Andy Whitfield", You was truly your own hero in this life... you have touched many lives when you did the movie "SPARTACUS"....you are so loved brother and you will truly be miss by all...R.I.P.....
I will miss you Andy.
R.I.P Andy. God bless!!!
i 'm so verrry sorry for the passing of 1 of a kind Actor & Brilliant Star ANDY WHITFIELD, he was my hero,i loved him in SPARTACUS", a lot & i will always love,miss & thinking about him & I miss him dearly already. Lots LOVE af prayers to his loving wife,childrens,the rest of the family & cast members!!! SAFE JOURNEY & GOD SPEED,ANDY! you will not be forgoten! P.S. I jest got the news ,i can't bealive . R I P .
10 year olds are not supposed to die yet it happens every day from easily preventable/treated diseases and starvation, yet most don’t lift a finger to stop it. Each of us could save a life every day for less than the price of a happy meal, yet we lament the passing of an actor because he is handsome and famous. I have nothing against the man, but his death is not any more tragic than any of the others that happen daily.
RIP, Andy! You will be missed dearly.
Goodnight my brother. The only good news to come out of this is the knowledge that your pain and suffering is over. Godspeed to you and we'll see you soon when its our turn to pass through the Light.
I'm 39 and look nothing like Andy. Sure it was his job to workout and stay cut, inspirational nonetheless.
sooooooooooooooo sad loved the movie and loved him even more (and i'm a guy) cant believe hes gone R.I.P
he made quite an impression...he IS spartacus...and should not be replaced. the new guy should be spartacus's brother artacus...RIP my brother, job well done on Spartacus.
My roommate got me into Spartacus... u were a grwat actor and will be missed!
May the Gods watch over his family now and may he be resting in joy along the Elysium fields
Erm.... Spartacus wasn't Roman.
I bought the series this past spring and my husband and I watches the entire thing over a 4 day period while I recovered from uterine cancer surgery. I find it so hard to believe that the brightness of his glorious eyes has been diminished. He was able to show so much emotion with that soul searching gaze. He brought so much to the screen and he will be missed greatly by his fans. I wish much luck to his loving family and I hope they realize how much comfort and entertainment that he brought to others.
So sorry of his passing please allow family time to grive
;_;
Sad news, Travel well
I was sad to hear of Andys passing,im a Big Spartacus fan & was hopin' he would back back for season 4 in 2012.He will surely be missed & forever be our "Spartacus.
A beautiful man, a beautiful life (though short). May you Rest In Peace, and may God give strength to your family.
MORITURI SALUTEMUS!
Andy's family is in my prayers. Im sorry for your loss he was a great actor and forever will be missed. He was not only talented but he was also a beautiful soul. Spartacus is one of my fav shows and i will forever watch it. May you rest in peace Andy Whitfield. I hope that his family has some peace in knwing that they are not alone and we all hve them in are prayers and are hearts. Wishing the best for all of you. <3<3<3<3 Andy will always watch over you as your guardian angel <3
We all lost a great actor saturday. You always stole the show. Rest In Peace.
Sad that Andy Whitfield is gone. Even more sad because his death reminds me of my mother's death......same cancer, same age.
Just heard the heart-wrenching news about Andy Whitfield (Spartacus), how I loved Andy and the role in played in the show, I couldn't wait for it to start again. God Bless Andy & his family, He will be sorely missed. A true gladiator in this world, he brought the story to life. Regrets to all his cast members.
Wow! So sorry...
I nevr watched Spartacus, but I know that he was quite popular. It seems that he was thought highly of–not only as an actor, but as a person. I hope his wife and children can take some consolation in knowing that he brightened many lives.
It's an absolute shame i am deeply saddened by Andy Whitfield's passing it's a incredible shame when an absolutely & incredibly gorgeous man leaves this earth! Talented & fit! You will be missed Andy!! best spartacus ever!!
Sad. He was a very fine actor.
Sorry to hear about the guy dying. But how can anyone be a "gifted" or "talented" actor if 5 year olds can do it? I don't get hit.
Truly sad. Condolences to the family.
That's the good Hodgkin's right?
Life is so fragile. This was a healthy and fit guy that got diagnosed with a horrible disease. Who would have thought 2 years ago that this man would be dead today? RIP.
Godspeed Andy, you will be missed. Thank you fior the memories
isnt non-Hodgkin's lymphoma just lymphoma?
It is just lyphoma when you don't have it.
It is diffrent when you do
I am very sad about this loss. Rest in Peace Andy.
Though we've never met, you will be deeply missed. In fact, I miss you already. I'll remember you always, as a hero that I adored. :`)
Prayers for his Family. A good Actor who will be missed.
Out of this fleeting mortal breath. Out of the valley and shadow of death. Into the light of the perfect way. Into the freedom of perfect day! Sleep in peace Andrew!
R.I.P Andy, we will miss you. Spartacus u're my HERO
I am deeply saddened and shocked.
Loved him! That was talent!
R.I.P Andy
A big R I P for the Andy man!
"the flame that burns half as long burns twice as bright"
I usually like to be sarcastic and cynical in these comments, but i feel for the guy and his family... I mean, dude was in tip-top shape, and it still got him. Very unfortunate. Shows how unfair life can be.
You battles are over...the crown is yours. Condolences.
I have N-H Lymphoma as well just before Andy did.
I don’t understand why his treatment was so short, just a few months.
My was 6 month, plus 2 years of Rituxan.
This is just so sad. Way too soon
They been telling me that non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is the best you can get now,
Due to it so treatable now days
Sad day indeed. Andy MADE Spartacus.. he was absolutely amazing. I remember watching the first couple episodes asking myself who in the heck this actor was. I wasn't much of a TV watcher, but he definitely made me tune in (and no, I'm not gay
) and I definitely became a fan.
RIP...
I'm kind of waiting on any information as to HOW or WHAT caused his cancer?
I think men, even women can learn from these sudden tragedies.
I'm not trying to be cruel or anything, but my sister's friend died of the same thing except he was HIV positive. And his family refused to come out and state that fact. Friends and associates made educated guesses, but no one came out and said he died of HIV or tried to take this sad tradgedy as a means to educated others
who? never heard of this dude.
Then why did you read & comment, IDIOT!
A wonderful actor whose life was cut unfairly short you will be sorely missed.
I'm deeply saddend to hear this news. I don't usually get hooked on episodic TV shows, but I watched every episode of Sparticus the first season – First time I used the DVR. I hoped he would pull through when I first heard he would not return to season 2 of Sparticus, due to this illness.
Jame's Dean, John -Eric Hexum (sp?) ... Perhaps it's true, the flame that burns twice as bright, burns half as long. May his soul live on, in his children, and comfort his loving wife. I'm going to go have a little cry now.
It reminds us that our time on this planet is limited. But for him, it seems that he used the little time he had wisely, having a wife and children and being remembered through his art by a lot of people. R.I.P.
may the gods grant you quick and safe passage across the Styx, you fought like a true gladiator in real life and even though you will be missed i shall always remember you as someone who brought history to life before my eyes. All hail Spartacus!
Our condolences to his family and friends.
Andy we will miss you. My condolences to his family. It is so sad that he passed so young and he will not be able to see his children grow up. It is sad that bad things happen to good people all of the time. I enjoyed watching the behind the scenes on the Spartacus Blood and Sand DVDs.. and Andy seemed very good natured and very fun to work with. Spartacus was such a technological breakthrough series (on the small screen) and he was instrumental in bringing the character of Spartacus to life in a CGI world... He really was a perfect match for the role and made the series. RIP Andy... It is comforting to know that you had your beautiful family with you when you passed.
My condolences to Andy Whitfield family...
I'm truly sad about this... He was definitely a talented actor who was genuine in real life
R.I.P
We Jamaicans loved the show and would rush home on a Friday justto watch it. He made the rolse of Spartacus his. He'll surely be mossed
my condolences, Spartacus is a triumph production, and Andy brought so much to the program. Talented actor, and gifted human. A great loss . . . in the words of the arena games . . . for those about to die . . . we salute you . . . peace and honor andy . . .
Only the good die young, RIP.
Spartacus quickly became one of my favorite shows, namely because he was just so damn genuine to watch on screen. An amazing actor, a beautiful soul gone entirely too soon. Thinking of you and your family always. Rest now sweety.
God saw that he was getting tired, and a cure was not to be, So he put his arms around him, And whispered, "Come to me." ~ With tearful eyes we watched him sleep, And saw him fade away; Although we loved him dearly, We could not make him stay. ~ A golden heart stopped beating, Loving hands were laid to rest; God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. ~ R.I.P. Andy ~
Beautiful,
thank you for that,,,reminds me of my grandmother..
Presently I can`t still believe this shocking news
My condolences to Andy's family and friends. He was an amazing actor but his mind and soul were even more powerful.
There are no words to express how deeply saddened we are to hear of this. We hoped he would recover from his battle. So much talent has been taken away from the world on this day. His achievements on Spartacus will be a lasting legacy no one should ever overcome. Spartacus forever. You were taken much too soon from this world.
Gods' Speed, R.I.P.
How sad and tragic ...
I am 66 year old grandmother who enjoyed his great acting, I loved it so much i brought the series after i saw the whole thing on STARS. Andy RIP I will miss seeing you in the movies
One of the greats.. Will be missed.
He was SO BEAUTIFUL...... I watched every Spartacus... I used to think it was way over the top sometimes but I couldn't stop watching it..... Guilty!
I guess this is the reason why the 2nd season was a prequel to the 1st. Sorry the hear this. The show was one of my favorites.
A big loss of a father husband actor
A gentleman, he fought bravely againt an illness that attacks mostly young people
My deepest sympathy to his sister , children and wife.
May he rest in perfect peace.My deepest condolences to his family.
Oh my God!!! I can't believe it. I watched every Spartacus episode and loved his character so deeply. I was praying he would recover. I just can't believe it. I love you Andy. The Goddess holds you in her arms now. My heart goes out to your family.
Spartacus will never be the same without Andy, no matter who they get to replace him!!!
noooooooooooooooo!
I don't understand this. With all of the supposed advancement, people are dying this young! sorry man, sorry/ Rest peacefully forever.
He was talented and didn't die of a drug overdose. Wow. That's a first in Hollow Wood.
No you moron, just the first that you'll admit, because everyone else is in your face telling you it's cancer. If you just read it was cancer, you'd poo-poo it, and say they were covering an overdose. People like you don't except natural early death, or flue deaths, etc, in famous people.
I am so saddened to hear of Andy's passing. I hoped that he would recover and feel as if I have lost a friend. What a wonderful tribute to him as an actor, husband and father that so many have taken the time to express their sadness at his departure from this mortal coil. Rest in peace Andy, no more worries.
"In another life, you and I might have been brothers . . ."
Heart breaking news....
Terrible loss. I am an adoring fan and feel terrible – just terrible about it.... : (
Condolences to his loved ones....
He was an amazing actor, and Spartacus: Blood and Sand is one of the best shows on premium TV! I was holding out hope that he would recover, and it's very sad to learn that he has passed. I was very shocked to learn that he had died as the last I had heard was that his treatment was going well. It's definitely not going to be the same show without him.
He defined the series with his performances. Wonderful actor in tune with his role and the era portrayed in the series. His performances inspired men and seduced women. A true performer whether clothed or not.. Sadly he was human and mortal as all of us. Goodnight dear sir. Sleep well .
Great Actor he made that series makes you think how short life is. He made the Spartacus series great and enjoyable.
Dan from Texas
I am deeply saddened by the loss of Andy Whitfield. I had the plesure of meeting him and Shane Abbas (director) when their movie GABRIEL had just been released. They were at WonderCon in San Francisco, sitting in the back of the room in the dark while the Starship Troopers panel discussion was going on. I looked back and immedaitely made a beeline to tell them how much I had enjoyed thier movie. Andy was so gracious and kind. Truly humble and thankful for our enthusiastic response to the movie. I will always remember his beautiful smile and kind words to me. RIP.
Andy Whitfield was a talented and goregous actor. He will be missed.
YYY? Its so sading 2 hear d news.even though I don't realy watch d movie bt pple luv it. Great man die soon but bad man lives sha. Its a great lost ooo.RIP
We are so heartbroken over Andy's death. He was a wonderful person and too young to die. He was the best Spartacus and will be so missed. Our prayers go out to his family and friends. RIP, Andy. You will not be forgotten!
Blood and sand rocks, god of the arena sucks
@Matt Olien... actually they did... over the weekend.
Will miss seeing him in Spartacus, I am glad I TiVo'd all episodes so I can watch it forever. My wishes are that his family get through this, celebrate his life and enjoy all the memories of him.
I am a huge fan of the original Spartacus film and the show. This is the only show I looked forward to for years. I don't know what the man was like to know in person, but he took a role and made it his own. I will honestly miss those performances and, for someone who never knew him, I honestly feel upset at his passing. It is strange, but I don't think I've felt this way since Stanley Kubrick died
The Brightest Star that shines at night!!
Will be yours, our guiding light!!
God needed an Angel to soar through the skies on golden wings..
He chose you to be the Angel to open people's heart and make them sing..
You will be missed by those of us who loved you so very dear...
No one knew that your end was so near...
Rest in Peace, my friend, as now you are free from all of the pain..
As tears fall from my eyes like the pouring rain..
One day In Heaven, we shall see you again!!
My condolences to the family. Andy was the greatest Spartacus ever! Will miss him if another season is done, don't know if the new actor will meet up with Andy's performance.
They misplaced the quotes . . . should have read Spartacus 'star' Andy Whitfield. RIP dude, never good to see young people go.
Hey Buddy you know you will be missed but knowing you are in heaven is a blessing. God bless your family and take care of you.
Gone too soon. Andy may you rest in peace.
RIP... My condolences to his family; I know he will be truly missed....
what a sad story. RIP man! you will be dearly missed.
I I thought Andy did a great job in this series and I never missed an episode. His work helped to make this one of my favorite TV series of all time. he will be missed and the new guy has a lot to aspire to.
Very sad. I watched a few episodes of Spartacus. I frankly didn't care much for it, but I noted that Andy really seemed to be a very capable actor. I'm sure he would have gone far. And, of course, even more, a terrible loss for his family and friends.
It is always sad to see someone so young dies. For once, an actor dies of something other than an overdose.
I felt sick when I read this. I got a tight feeling in my stomach. I thought he was getting better....
He was a fine actor and I offer his family my condolences.
May the Gods have a throne set aside for Andy's arrival, a true Gladiator who fought cancer bravely, he will be missed and although I will watch the rise of Lucretia, I know it will not be the same without Andy!!! Thanks for your brilliant portrayal of a Gladiator!
Enjoyed the show, and his protral of a real historical figure was a main reason, even if the show wasn't particulary accurate. I wish his family peace and hope . His acting will be missed.
One of the best shows to hit to in a long time and I dont think they could have a better actor to play the role. The show will not be the same without him. May he rest in peace and may his family heal from the pain. RIP
AM GONNA MISS HIM. RIP WHITFIELD, GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY.
Andy, your work on the show was incredible! I wish you peace and your family prosperity and revelation.
I will no longer be envious of the women who get to make out with Andy because the new guy although great, doesn't hold a candle to Andy. I didn't know him but I feel connected because of how much I loved the show, and the more I discovered about Andy as a person, the more I liked him as an actor. Why does the world have to suck....
I literally burst into tears when i heard, hard to believe, hard to take. Cant believe I won't see him on anything again. Don't even know if i will watch Spartacus again, he literally made the show (not to take anything from the other actors, but he is the reason i tuned in each week). My prayers are with his family & friends.May he rest in peace. Love you Andy!!!
So sad. I had been praying for him – he was an exceptional actor and I loved every minute of him on Spartacus. There can be no replacement for him. Much love.
wow i dont belief it,may his soul rest in peace
R.I.P. May God Bless you're family in these times of hardship the show will not be the same without you.
I really can't believe this news.....Spartacus will never be the same without Andy....RIP...you will be greatly missed...
Great actor, I was hoping he'd pull through for the sequel. My condolences to the faimly.
Very sorry to hear this. I was hoping he would recover. Spartacus was a good series and he was a very good actor. He seemed like a great person as well. Condolences to his family
Very sad
This is sad news indeed. I did not know who this man was but I saw him last night on a TopGear rerun. It is amazing that a person of such kindness leaves the earth this early. I will always remember him as the guy who did not learn to driver until over 30.
@gladys....stfu hag. No one said anything about HIV. Show some respect.
WOW!!! I am stunned. I was waiting with excitement for the previews of the upcoming season with Andy in it. He is the true "Spartacus" They need to change the name of the show for the new guys sake. Peace and blessing to his wife and children.
I just heard about this five minutes ago and was thoroughly shocked. Andy my thoughts were with you and devastated that you lost the battle with cancer. Everyone that watched your work truly could not wait to see the episode/movie that you would star in. Mrs. Whitfield thank you for sharing your husband with us, the fans. As Lucy Lawless said "Andy's incandescent film presence made men want to be him..." I was one of those men. I'm sorry he had to leave us so early. My condolences to Mrs. Whitfield and children. Rest in peace, Andy.
I thought that he was going to recover, just as Michael C. Hall from the series Dexter, as he had left the series for a while as well because of this same disease. Since I hadn't heard anything for a while, I thought that it was all under control. What a shock to read today that he has died. So, so sad – what a beautiful man with so much to live and give. Life is definitely not fair. My heart goes out to his family.
R.I.P. Andy...My heart goes out to your family
.....much love
My brother I wish you the best journey in the next life unitl we see each other again...... May God be with you and your family....... I was waiting for you to beat this sickness but God took you instead I love the Spartacus in you, been a sword master myself I will miss a "Gladiator" I'll see you in the arena of God >>>.>>
Being eployed overseas was the time I was introduced to the Spartacus series. I feel in love witht he show and when it ended i caught myself craving more. Andy was by far the best person for that role and it saddens me to have to come in to work here in afghanistan and hear the tragic news. Andy Whitfield you will be greatly missed as your battle with cancer came to an end. My prayers go out to your family and co-workers who lost such a wonderful actor. May you R.I.P Andy
I was watching him in Avatar this weekend ... Sad news... Thank you for the entertaiment ...RIP brother. May your family find the strength they need to face tomorrow.
I'm so sorry to hear about his passing. I loved him in Spartacus. BTW he wasn't n Avatar, Sam Worthington another English-born Australian actor.
That should say: BTW he wasn't in Avatar, Sam Worthington another English-born Australian actor was.
@Modmom2010: He was the main character in the weelchair .... I just looked it up to make sure... Either way .. Thanks for trying to educate .. Be well.
Well put. It's all just so sad.
I don't know where you checked your infos but you're wrong. Sam Worthington is the actor in Avatar, not Andy Whitfield.
That was Sam Worthington, not Andy Whitfield.
Loved the show and thought he was great as Spartacus. The replacement has some pretty big sandals to fill.
May he rest in peace.. I lost my father to this terrible disease last month...I knew nothing about it until my dad was diagnosed..they told us it was "very treatable" and got our hopes up.. the chemo makes you sicker than the disease itself. I hope the death of this great actor will bring more attention to the cause.
Rest in peace Andy, you leave behind a wonderful family and a great career and you will be missed.
A great actor to portray a great hero! One of the best series on TV ever!
I literally burst into tears when I saw he had passed away and left behind a wife and two children. Such a loss of a great talent and apparently a good human being. Unfortunately trolls don't care about anything besides saying horrible things on any post to rile people up. Usually I just skip the comments because of how annoying it is. But this time I felt compelled to say, that my friends and I had wished the best for Andy Whitfield when we had heard of his illness. We loved watching him in Spartacus, and felt he had a great career ahead of him. But beyond that to know that he was a good man taken away from this life by an illness like Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma was truly heartbreaking. My condolences to his family and friends.
It's very sad to hear that Andy is no more. My heart goes to his family, he was indeed a great actor. May his soul Rest in Perfect Peace, Amen.
Death is something dat must be,it is a call from God ,r.i.p my hero
RIP Andy. You'll be missed!
A great Man ! R.I.P.
So sad. So young and handsome. I am sorry for his families loss.
Brother it's so sad that you are gone. Rise if possible. Everyone will surely miss you.
Good night brother.
Rise if possible?
Andy made the Spartacus role come alive, such an incredible actor you could feel the pain the sorrow, the happiness he portrayed. I agree with Lucy Lawless, "he was the kind of man that men wanted to be and women wanted to marry". 39 years old is way too young to die, but what we forget is the pain and suffering he no longer has to endure. Rest in Peace Andy and God bless you and your family. You will never be forgotten and will always be loved.
Man that sucks. I watched all the Spartacus Blood and Sand Behind the Scenes stuff and this guy was hilarious and seemed like a really great guy. Horrible that he had to die so young... but im sure if there is a heaven hes secured about 10,000 places in it. RIP.
He was one of my favorite actors. God rest his soul for he is no longer in pain.
Andy Whitfield is dead. My ex-wife lives. Proof there is no God.
Sorry to hear the sad news. Love Spartacus and the fact that it has such a great cast of actors and talented people involved with it. I'm sure it will continue to be an excellent show. Andy was a wonderful spirited actor and his role will be missed. Condolences to his family and friends. All the best to the show and its cast.
Bummer...
So sorry to read this. We knew he was sick but thought he was in remission. So sad, Andy RIP you will be mised! Prayers to you and your family.
don't know the dude, but I wish his family the best.
I was so sad to hear this new, RIP and my hearts and prayers are with his family
Spartacus gods of the arena.U left too soon.RIP Andy.
This sucks. RIP Andy. YOU made Spartacus the awesome show that it was. I never missed a show.
A true tragedy. He was a fine actor and I really enjoyed watching him in his role as Spartacus. I am especially saddened that he passed away at such a young age (39 years old). It is so ironic that the real life Spartacus was 38 when he died at the hands of the Romans.
really missed him.may God grant him a peaceful rest and also forgive him of his sin and grant his family the strength to forget this untimely death
Even a "god" can't forgive the "sin" of your stupidity!
I wasn't able to get into the Spartacus series, but even from the few I watched it was apparent that he was going to go far. He was a talented actor and, to hear his coworkers tell it, a great person. May his family heal quickly and find happiness.
Sad. Great show and he did a fantastic job on it.
May your soul rest in perfect peace. We love you but God loves you more. Gudnite
THIS IS UNBELIEVABLE! THIS MAN IS MY HERO, REST IN PEACE ANDY WE ARE CRYING FOR YOU AND MISS YOU, WE WILL SEE YOU AGAIN< YOU ARE MISSED.
I can not believed he died. He was such a good actor and did very well in the role of Spartacus. So sad to see a man with such passion go down like he did.
Sorry to here of the passing of this young and great actor he will be missed by all.
You will always be in my thoughts and dreams an I will miss you! My thoughts are with your family at this time ! God bless you
R.I.P. Andy. I hadn't even planned on tuning into Spartacus until I accidentally tripped over a 'making of' special with you sitting there talking about it, and instantly, I knew I had to check out the series, and became an instant fan of it. When I heard of your illness, I prayed that you'd be able to overcome the cancer, but it was not to be. My prayers go out to your family and friends in this dark time. Rest in peace, Andy. You will not be forgotten.
My heart goes out to his family, sorry for your loss.
Rest in peace brother!!!
AMEN! As his arch enemy in the series says "You have earned a glorious death and will die as a Gladiator!" I'm sure he fought gloriously against this cancer.. he will be missed tremendously, I boughtt he whole series on Blue Ray and still watch it a lot to this day, one of the best series I've ever seen. So sad, he is only 10 years older than I am, such a tragic loss for one so young and talented.
Im sadden by Andy's Dead I send Prayers to his Family and friends
God of the Roman arena, may ur brave soul rest n rain at the right hand of Jesus.amen
If he was born in 1974, then he died at 37. NOT 39. RIP Andy.
Seems to be confusion, Wikipedia says 1974, TV guide says 1972, but various other sites say 74 as well. Can't find one that states without a doubt. Regardless, he was awesome, and he will be missed. r.i.p. Andy.
Truly sad. I loved him in Spartacus. RIP Andy and blessed thoughts to his family and friends.
hmmm! this has left a sour taste in ma mouth, Whitfield.. why so soon. it is true that great pple dnt last on earth. may his soul rest in perfect peace.
Andy Whitfield was the most Normal Man....i ever watched on a TV series. No words can start to express how i feel right now.....R.I.P....Goodbye.
My condolence to his family he was a great actor I loved watching spartacus godspeed Andy
I'm gonna miss him big time, he was great A̶̲̥̅̊₪D̶̲̥̅̊ awesome!!!
Death why????
What a̶̲̥̅̊ tragedy!!! RIP
I dont no why good people dead and bad people live .....hmmmmmm spartacus, i love evrytin abt u do n u urself....gud 9it .......... R.I.P
It is sad for such a young person to die. My heart goes out to his family. I love the show and wish all the cast members well as they carry on without such a talented young man.
Very saddened to learn of Andy's passing. In my view, he largely made Spartacus the show it is. My thoughts are with all his family and friends.
Rest in peace, Andy.
I feel so sad to hear this.He was so great in spartacus.Such an immense talent talent gone so soon.We'll all miss him.R.I.P bro.We all love u.
39 years old is so young. nature can be cruel.
That was a stupid comment. Just say RIP if you have nothing to say instead of saying something so dumb. What world do you live in? You belong on true blood blog.
"@Todd in DC
That was a stupid comment. Just say RIP if you have nothing to say instead of saying something so dumb. What world do you live in? You belong on true blood blog."
You sir, are the Hater. Todd was making the comment that 39 years old is too young to die. He is correct. You are the one with the Hater problem. You are the one that should go troll somewhere else.
A great loss and an unfillable void.
Such a tragedy. Hopefully they will find someone with almost as good acting as Andy had to replace him in the series "Spartacus", even though it won't be the same now. R.I.P.
39 year olds are not supposed to die.
10 year olds are not supposed to die yet it happens every day from easily preventable/treated diseases and starvation, yet most don’t lift a finger to do it. Each of us could save a life every day for less than the price of a happy meal, yet we lament the passing of an actor because he is handsome and famous. I have nothing against the man, but his death is not any more tragic than any of the others that happen daily.
I miss him
Damn! man I am so sad about this. He was a great actor. I love this show! R.I.P Sir...
39 is so young. Not fair. r-i-p
You will truely be missed! I loved watching Spartacus because of Andy! I will continue to watch the show, but it wont be the same without him. My prayers for his family and this tragic time.
Give Liam a chance... Andy would have wanted that. I know Andy was an amazing actor and played spartacus so well but its either liam or no show....and i dont know about you but i love this show...
We wl all miss hm
Very sad. Great in Gabriel, and great in Spartacus. I believe he was 37 though.
A terrible terrible thing for one so young. I have had cancer twice but was lucky by the grace of God to be a survivor. As Mary said I watched also because of Andy. I am very sad to hear of his passing. Yes his happy face will be missed by millions. My deep condolences to his family.
R.I.P. Andy Whitfield. You were truly a remarkable and beautiful individual!
I am saddened to hear about Andy Whitfield. The role he played in Spartacus made me a huge fan. It seems so tragic that he secured such a huge role only to be taken away from him by illness. But I realize that this role was only a small part of his life. His biggest accomplishments are his children. I hope they come to realize the man their father was and the joy he brought through his work. My prayers will go out to his family.
Undoubtedly the best series I've seen so far ... this talented young man turned out to be "Glorious" in this series. It is with great sadness that I receive the news of his death, it was shown to have immense talent. Andy are great. My feelings for the whole family.
Awwwww =( I was hoping he would recover. Thats very sad. He will be one hard man to replace on Spartacus he was very talented. My condolences to his family.
Totally inappropriate.
What is inappropriate? Did I miss something?
his loss is totally inappropriate, way to young.
What a shame. Such a handsome young man. Prayers to his family and friends.
I loved him in Gabriel, and I loved him in Spartacus. I'm so sad that his wife and 2 young children had to lose him so soon. I hope that wherever he is, somehow he can still make his love and presence felt in some way.
I am deeply saddened to hear about Andy...I NEVER missed an Episode of Spartacus BECAUSE of him!!! He was so thrilling to watch and Very Nice Looking, And from what they say He was beautiful inside too. I hope I can still watch Spartacus, but I know it will not be the same! I know I don't have the excitment for it like I did. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family! RIP!!
Agreed! Very sadden. May Andy rest in peace.
If you have the opportunity to watch the DVD/Blue-ray extras on one of the Spartacus Series, you will see he seems to always be smiling and adding some humor to their days filming. He looked like he had a great charisma.
I'll miss you so much Andy... Repose en paix mon ami.
Never missed an episode! My love a prayers go out to his wife and children... so sad
He was very good in Spartacus and brought life to the character. He will be hard to replace.
Well said...RIP Andy!!
I was a Spartacus fan. I didn't have cable until I saw an episode of this at my friends house. I immediately called ot order cable just to watch this. If Spartacus could run for president, he's get my vote!
Well said but I am soo deeply hurt still. Something about his presence left a mark on me. =(
May you R.I.P. I feel in love with the show...because of you...it will not be the same without you. Prayers are with your family.
This was sad to read. I don't have Starz and haven't seen this particular series, but I have seen him in other works and know he is good. I will seek out the series based upon his talent and the comments from so many others who loved it. R.I.P. Andy!
Oh my God...i just can't believe he's gone...he had everything ..a loving family, many fans who loved him, a great talent as an actor...God...how could this happen?? we hope..or..we know that God gave him a great place in Heaven and he's watching us from above
R.i.p!
Sorry about the lost!! He will be deeply miss. RIP!!!
My heart goes out to Andy's family and friends. Bless you Andy, we'll all hoist one together soon enough
RIP Andy. Spartacus will not be the same.
Oh my goodness! I just heard that Andy passed away. He was the reason why I was so Obsessive to purchase "Spartacus Blood and Sand". I am so hurt because he was such a perfect actor for that character. I hope the new actor can live up to his legacy. My condolences to his family, he really was a great actor.
I was so upset to hear this !!!!! I hate the new Spartacus !!!!! He doesnt play the part as good as he did. i am so sad to hear this and feel for his family he had to leave behind
ian- this is not the place to discuss your condition.
Let people RIP! Those of you that take pleasure in suffering and loss of 1 that did no harm to you or mankind will have no mercy from me or a good number of us. I will try to turn the other cheek but will slap the F–in cr*p out of you so you never will forget!
show some respect, a wonderful man just died. and maybe his family reads things like this to console themselves in their time of grieving.
Hey CNN, obviously you need to have a story on the Spartacus Actor's death, but you have yet to have anything on Cliff Robertson who died over the weekend and actually won an Oscar. Doesn't Mr. Robertson warrant a story too? I would certainly think so.
Go away you jerk.
Shut up Kanye West.
R.I.P Andy. You were HOT.
I'm not sure how, so this is a rhetorical question - could you be any less appropriate? Writing your complaints here on what amounts to a tribute page to Andy?
Matt.. they actually did have a story on him, it was on the main page right after his death
Why don't you just go leave a comment on a page for Cliff Robertson? no one if forcing you to read this.
Its 2011 and more people probably just know who Spartacus was so CNN covered the story that gets the most views....
Linda, I must have missed it (Robertson obit). It certainly wasn't there Sunday morning, the day after he died, and I only heard about it Saturday night.
So, how long have you been an actual idiot? How dare people mourn this womans death? Is that the feeble point you're trying to make? And because it was a show from the south (Which has nothing to do with her) you're throwing in teabaggers? Wow...just, wow.
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