The Courier & Advertiser (Angus and Dundee)
Stars lead tributes to Robert Guillaume
Stars from across the world of entertainment have paid tribute to the former Benson actor Robert Guillaume who has died aged 89.
The Emmy-award winning star died at his Los Angeles home, his widow Donna Brown Guillaume said.
Samuel L Jackson, Billy Crystal and Nancy Sinatra were among those who paid tribute with the former saying Guillaume was “Class, Grace & Talent Personified” in a post on Twitter. Crystal tweeted: “Sad to hear of the passing of Robert Guillaume. He was a great support to me on Soap. Great timing, charisma and class. Rest in Peace.”
Sinatra wrote: “Godspeed, sir, and condolences to friends and family.”
Actor Jesse Williams posted: “RIP to Emmyaward winning Army vet, star of stage & screen, Robert Guillaume. 1st black actor to play the title role in Phantom of the Opera.”
Selma director Ava Duvernay shared several photos of Guillaume on Instagram and praised him for being one of the first celebrities to appear at AIDS fundraisers.
George Takei wrote: “Another light has left us. Robert Guillaume, you were beloved across America and brought laughter always with you.”
Josh Charles, who co-starred alongside Guillaume in Sports Night, wrote: “Robert Guillaume radiated such warmth, light, dignity, and above all, class.”