Hollywood: Tom Sizemore passes away at 61 of brain aneurysm
Hollywood actor Tom Sizemore, known for his work in films such as Saving Private Ryan, Born on the Fourth of July, Natural Born Killers, and True Romance, has passed away at the age of 61. He suffered a brain aneurysm on February 18 and was on life support ever since, having slipped into a critical coma. He is reportedly survived by two sons.
Sizemore's brother, his two sons were beside him
Sizemore's condition had restricted him to life support, but alas, he could not be saved. In a statement, his manager Charles Lago said, "It is with great sadness and sorrow I have to announce that actor Thomas Edward Sizemore aged 61 passed away peacefully in his sleep at St Joseph's Hospital Burbank. His brother Paul and [sons] Jayden and Jagger were at his side."
Sizemore had collapsed in LA home, was transferred to hospital
Per a report in Variety, "On Feb. 18, Sizemore collapsed in his Los Angeles home and was transported to the hospital by paramedics. There, doctors determined that he had suffered a brain aneurysm as the result of a stroke." On February 27, Lago released a statement that said, "doctors informed his family that there is no hope and have recommended end-of-life decision."
Sizemore's younger brother Paul released a statement
Sizemore's brother Paul has also released a statement on his brother's passing. He said, "I am deeply saddened by the loss of my big brother Tom...He has influenced my life more than anyone I know. He was talented, loving, and giving and could keep you entertained endlessly with his wit and storytelling ability. I am devastated he is gone and will miss him always."
Take a quick look at Sizemore's most prominent works
Sizemore reportedly forayed into acting around 1989 and went on to garner acclaim for a lot of supporting roles and powerful performances. Some of his most prominent projects are Black Hawk Down, Twin Peaks, Pearl Harbor, Strange Days, Passenger 57, and Heat, among others. Last year, he won multiple awards for the multistarrer horror film Amber Road, co-starring Rachel Riley.
