Chris Pratt recently expressed his sorrow over the tragic passing of his longtime friend and former stunt double, Tony McFarr. McFarr, aged 47, unexpectedly passed away at his home near Orlando, Florida on May 13. The exact cause of his death remains unknown at this time.
In an Instagram Story shared on Thursday, Pratt remembered McFarr fondly, recalling the numerous movies they worked on together and the camaraderie they shared off set. He spoke highly of McFarr’s professionalism and toughness, citing a particular incident on the set of “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” where McFarr sustained a head injury but returned to work without hesitation.
Describing McFarr as an “absolute stud” and a gentleman, Pratt conveyed his condolences to McFarr’s loved ones, especially his daughter. McFarr’s mother, Donna, confirmed his passing to TMZ, describing it as both unexpected and shocking. Toxicology tests are currently being conducted to determine the cause of death.
Pratt also shared photos of himself and McFarr on the set of various movies, including “Jurassic World,” where McFarr doubled for him. Beyond their collaborations, McFarr also worked on notable films like “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes,” “Captain America: Civil War,” and “Ant-Man and the Wasp.”
McFarr leaves behind his parents, sister, and daughter, with a funeral service planned in Pennsylvania. The entertainment industry mourns the loss of a talented professional, and Pratt’s heartfelt tribute serves as a testament to the impact McFarr had on those around him.
Vocabulary List:
- Tragic (adjective): Causing extreme sadness or distress.
- Condolences (noun): Expressions of sympathy for someone who is grieving.
- Camaraderie (noun): Mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together.
- Professionalism (noun): The skillgood judgmentand polite behavior that is expected from a person who is trained to do a job well.
- Unexpectedly (adverb): In a way that was not expected.
- Tribute (noun): Something that you saywriteor give that shows your respect and admiration for someoneespecially on a formal occasion.
