10 Actors Who Made Movies When They Knew They Were Dying
30 Actors Who Made Movies When They Knew They Were Dying
VOICE OVER: Patrick Mealey
WRITTEN BY: Cameron Johnson
These are the stories of true dedication to the craft. Join us as we look at actors who bravely continued making films while facing terminal illness, giving their all for the art they loved. Our list includes icons like Chadwick Boseman, Alan Rickman, Richard Harris, John Cazale, and more remarkable talents who refused to let illness stop them from performing. From Massimo Troisi postponing heart surgery to finish "Il Postino," to Raul Julia taking on "Street Fighter" as a gift to his children, to Tony Todd improvising a poignant final monologue in "Final Destination Bloodlines," these performances carry an emotional weight unlike any other. Which of these actors' final performances moved you most? Pay your respects in the comments below! read more...
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