Sex and the City fans around the world are mourning the loss of the most beloved character on the series. Willie Garson, who played Stanford Blatch in both the 6 season run of the show and the two SATC movies was filming the reboot And Just Like That... before his death.
Now, Willie's official cause of death has been revealed.
"Willie Garson was in life, as on-screen, a devoted friend and a bright light for everyone in his universe," an HBO spokesperson said in a statement to CBS News.
"We are deeply saddened to learn of his passing and extend our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones."
Sharing a series of photos, Nathen wrote: "I love you so much papa. Rest In Peace and I’m so glad you got to share all your adventures with me and were able to accomplish so much."
"You’ll always be with me. Love you more than you will ever know and I’m glad you can be at peace now. You always were the toughest and funniest and smartest person I’ve known. I’m glad you shared you’re love with me. I’ll never forget it or lose it ."
Cynthia Nixon was one of the first to publically mourn her friend, writing "So deeply, deeply sad we have lost @Willie.Garson. We all loved him and adored working with him. He was endlessly funny on-screen and in real life."
"He was a source of light, friendship and show business lore. He was a consummate professional— always. My heart goes out to his son, @Nathen_Garson. Nathen, I hope you know how much he loved you and how proud he was to be your dad."
"I first met Willie in 1995 on the spooky nighttime set of the X-files. He immediately made me laugh. Little did I know that we would have the joy of sharing Sex and the City + And Just Like That together. Willie is beloved by our entire community. He was smarter and funnier than you ever would have imagined. We are bereft without him."
However, the actress admitted on Thursday she was not ready to publically mourn her dear friend.
Shortly after the news broke, former Sex And The City castmate Chris Noth shared photo of Sarah Jessica Parker and Willie.
"I'm not ready yet. Xxx," she added.
It appears the death is too overwhelming for SJP, who was close friends with Willie both on, and off screen.
An obituary published in The New York Times on Thursday revealed the star died of cancer.
"The cause was pancreatic cancer."
Our thoughts are with Willie's loved ones during this difficult time.
h/t: The New York Times
