Bollywood mourns over veteran actor Tom Alter’s demise

A very humble and grounded personality, Tom Alter lost his battle against cancer last night. He was 67 and had been suffering from cancer for quite some time now. In the past, his son Jamie had revealed to IANS that he was suffering from squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. The actor had even got his thumb amputated for the same last year. There were signs of improvement, his son had revealed. But, nothing lasts before destiny and sadly, we lost out on a gem of an actor.

Tom Alter had created a mark not just with his amazing performances on the big screen, but also with his notable work on television and theatre. A proud recipient of the Padma Shri, his demise came as a huge shock to the nation. An Indian actor of American descent, he was a man of few words, someone who was never a part of controversies and had a clean image. Well, as they say good people are called sooner by God than the bad ones, Tom Alter’s death has left a void in the industry which can’t be filled. (Also Read: Veteran actor Tom Alter dies at the age of 67)

Bollywood celebs too have mourned over his loss on social media. Here are the tweets by all those celebs who expressed their heartfelt condolences over the sad news.

RIP. My friend and colleague Tom Alter. Bless you! pic.twitter.com/7JSWK0Qbww

— Rishi Kapoor (@chintskap) September 30, 2017

An all rounder is what he was, with a heart of gold. Back in the day, I even studied acting under him. You will be missed dearly #TomAlter pic.twitter.com/VagrwVLDr4

— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) September 30, 2017

How can I ever forget my first encounter with this enigmatic actor who mesmerised me with his chaste Hindustani . https://t.co/KAAfqpX3rS

— Mahesh Bhatt (@MaheshNBhatt) September 30, 2017

Meeting #TomAlter was always informative, educative & inspirational. He was great on stage, celluloid & on playground. Will miss you Tom.

— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) September 30, 2017

Saddened by the passing of #TomAlter, great actor & a wonderful human being. You will be missed terribly. pic.twitter.com/tgM9AVFq56

— Raj Babbar (@RajBabbar23) September 30, 2017

We mourn the untimely death of a legend who was more than just an actor. #TomAlter's presence in the world will truly be missed. Rest in peace..

— John Abraham (@TheJohnAbraham) September 30, 2017

#TomAlter RIP to this wonderful actor & person. ?????????

— Swara Bhasker (@ReallySwara) September 30, 2017

#TomAlter– A superb actor, creative genius, die hard sportsman and a beautiful heart and mind moved on to the next life. RIP my friend

— Jaaved Jaaferi (@jaavedjaaferi) September 30, 2017

American that loved #India His commitment to Indian culture films n poetry was absolute. A friend we can never say goodbye to RIP #TomAlter

— Shekhar Kapur (@shekharkapur) September 30, 2017

https://twitter.com/RichaChadha/status/913995436523896832

Sad to know about #TomAlter Remember working with him as a AD in a film,His contribution 2 theater & cinema will be always remembered. RIP? pic.twitter.com/EHpfvaMzz0

— Madhur Bhandarkar (@imbhandarkar) September 30, 2017

Bye #TOM ?u will always be remembered as our ftii friend great actor great teacher n greater human by all of us. RIP pic.twitter.com/oVSRNg1mbM

— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) September 30, 2017

Mr. Alters wife, Carol Alter was my English teacher for years. I had the privilege of knowing this beautiful couple. #TomAlter (1/2)

— Athiya Shetty (@theathiyashetty) September 30, 2017

Fortunate enough to have interacted and heard Mr. Alter’s journey. Always underlying being a good human being, reflects in your work?? (2/2)

— Athiya Shetty (@theathiyashetty) September 30, 2017

A lovely actor and a compassionate man dear Tom Alter, your forever smiling face will be missed my friend! Prayers for your soul.. RIP…

— PrakashJhaFilms (@prakashjha27) September 30, 2017

During Bangistan, I had d privilege of listening to his precious stories n experiences from his work n life! Rest In Peace Sir! ? #TomAlter

— Pulkit Samrat (@PulkitSamrat) September 30, 2017

Waking up to some tragic news about the passing away of Mr. Tom Alter. A one of a kind, grace personified, thorough gentleman. #RIPTomAlter

— Nimrat Kaur (@NimratOfficial) September 30, 2017