Previous to Deal with Williams’ loss of life, he spent over three many years married to his spouse, Pam Van Sant.
Williams had been romantically linked with stars comparable to Dana Delany and Laura Dern earlier than assembly Van Sant, 68, whereas she was waitressing in New York. The couple tied the knot in 1988 and welcomed their son Gill, 31, and daughter Ellie, 24, in December 1992 and September 1998, respectively.
Whereas the duo saved their private lives comparatively out of the highlight over time, Williams opened up about his and Van Sant’s life dwelling in Vermont has affected which tasks he selected to tackle. “At this level in my life if I’m going to go go away the home in Vermont, which I completely adore, it actually needs to be, ‘Oh, boy, I can’t wait to get on the airplane to do that with these guys,’” the Chesapeake Shores actor instructed Parade in August 2018.
Very like the Everwood alum, Van Sant herself is an actress and producer greatest recognized for the long-running PBS docuseries American Masters. Being “passionate” about his profession is one thing Williams mentioned was one of the best recommendation he’s ever acquired. “I believe it’s a good way to pursue something in life that you just love. Be obsessed with it, commit your self to it, and the remaining will come,” the Golden Globe nominee instructed Parade. “I don’t understand how sage that’s, however that’s one of the best I obtained at the moment.”
Lately, Van Sant started popping up on her late husband’s Instagram feed, together with their two canine, Woody and Nash. “Comfortable Birthday Pammie @pamelaberyl11,” Williams captioned a pic of his longtime love in February 2023. “You look lovely and despite the fact that you might be in LA we’re with you. Thanks for marrying me ❤️❤️.”
The Hair star additionally shared a snap of Van Sant and their pup, Woody, having fun with an evening out in Could 2023. “Dinner final night time [in] NYC. Woody couldn’t await his appetizer,” he captioned a pic of his spouse and their canine inserting his paws on the desk.
The put up marked Van Sant’s final look on Williams’ Instagram earlier than he died in a bike accident on June 12, 2023. “He was killed this afternoon. He was making a left or a proper [and] a automotive lower him off,” the Deep Rising star’s rep of 15 years, Barry McPherson, mentioned in an announcement on the time. “I’m simply devastated. He was the nicest man. He was so proficient.”
McPhearson continued: “He was an actor’s actor. Filmmakers cherished him. He’s been the guts of Hollywood because the late Seventies. He was actually happy with his efficiency this yr. He’s been so proud of the work that I obtained him. He’s had a balanced profession.”
Whereas Van Sant and the couple’s youngsters didn’t touch upon his loss of life on the time. A number of of Williams’ celeb costars and buddies took to social media to supply their condolences. “💔The various occasions we labored together- at all times fantastic and I used to be at all times excited for the following time,” the actor’s former Everwood costar Emily VanCamp captioned a throwback photograph of Williams. “Sending all my like to your loved ones Deal with. Fly excessive my buddy ✨.”
Matt Bomer paid tribute to his White Collar onscreen father through an Instagram put up of his personal, writing, “You had been a tremendous actor and an excellent higher particular person and I’ll miss you. I depend myself so blessed to have recognized you. My coronary heart goes out to your spouse and youngsters. Relaxation in Peace my buddy.”
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