R.I.P. Donald Sutherland; A life well lived - Ex wives, children, carrier, net worth, properties

Donald Sutherland: A Life Well Lived

Early Life and Education
Donald McNichol Sutherland, born on July 17, 1935, in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, was a celebrated actor known for his distinctive voice and versatile performances. He studied at Victoria College, University of Toronto, where he discovered his passion for acting.

Ex Wives and Children
Sutherland has been married five times. His first marriage was to Lois Hardwick (1959-66), followed by Shirley Douglas (1966-70), with whom he had twins Rachel and Kiefer Sutherland, both of whom became actors. His third marriage was to Francine Racette (1972-present), and they had three sons: Rossif, Angus, and Roeg. He also had a brief marriage to Mary Joan Urbano (1973-74) and a relationship with Elizabeth Lewis (1990-96).

Career
Sutherland’s acting career spanned over six decades, during which he appeared in over 140 films and numerous television productions. He gained fame in the late 1960s and early 1970s with roles in films like “The Dirty Dozen” (1967), “MAS*H” (1970), and “Klute” (1971). His performance in “Klute” earned him a BAFTA Award and an Academy Award nomination.

Throughout his career, Sutherland portrayed a wide range of characters, from dramatic roles in films like “Don’t Look Now” (1973) and “Ordinary People” (1980) to science fiction and action films like “Invasion of the Body Snatchers” (1978), “The Hunger Games” series (2012-15), and “Ad Astra” (2019).

Net Worth and Properties
At the time of his passing, Donald Sutherland’s net worth was estimated to be around $60 million. He owned properties in several locations, including a farm in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, and a home in Georgeville, Quebec, Canada.

Philanthropy and Humanitarian Work
Sutherland was also known for his philanthropic efforts and humanitarian work. He served as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and actively supported various charitable organizations, including the Donald Sutherland Fund for the Red Cross and the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto.