The entertainment industry (and just about everybody who appreciates quality acting) is in mourning today after Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead in his Manhattan apartment.
The 46-year-old was found in his bathroom with a needle in his arm and five empty heroin envelopes (the Oscar winner had checked himself into rehab last year after using heroin).
Hoffman's family have released a statement saying they are "devastated by the loss of our beloved Phil".
"This is a tragic and sudden loss," the statement reads, "and we ask that you respect our privacy during this time of grieving. Please keep Phil in your thoughts and prayers."
Jeff Bridges — Hoffman's co-star in 'The Big Lebowski' — shared his reaction on Facebook: "I'm so shocked, and so sad hearing of Philip Seymour Hoffman's death. I enjoyed playing with him on 'The Big Lebowski'. He was such a wonderful guy, and so damn talented, a real treasure. My thoughts and prayers are with his family."
Other friends and fans in the acting community took to Twitter to share their condolences.
R.I.P. Philip Seymour Hoffman. One of the greats of his generation.
— Albert Brooks (@AlbertBrooks) February 2, 2014We lost one of the greats today. Philip Seymour Hoffman RIP my friend. You will be missed always and forever.
— Aaron Paul (@aaronpaul_8) February 2, 2014Dear Philip, a beautiful beautiful soul. For the most sensitive among us the noise can be too much. Bless your heart. ;^{
— Jim Carrey (@JimCarrey) February 2, 2014Such shocking & sad news. RIP Philip Seymour Hoffman. One of the greatest actors of a generation and a sweet, funny & humble man.
— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) February 2, 2014Very sad to read of Philip Seymour Hoffman's passing. Keeping his family & friends in my thoughts.
— Chelsea Clinton (@ChelseaClinton) February 2, 2014WTF!!!!philip-seymour-hoffman-found-dead-in-his-apartment, a truly great actor... Gone.. I hope someone says hey whoop it's a hoax.. R.I.P
— Whoopi Goldberg (@WhoopiGoldberg) February 2, 2014PSH was one of the most wonderful people I ever knew. Please take away from this horror to get help if you need it.
— Richard Lewis (@TheRichardLewis) February 2, 2014Shocked to hear of Philip Seymour Hoffman’s death. If you missed him as Willy Loman, you missed a Willy Loman for all time.(RT w/correction)
— Steve Martin (@SteveMartinToGo) February 2, 2014Rest in peace Philip Seymour Hoffman. You were one of the best. You're gone way too soon. #RIPPhilipSeymourHoffman
— Joel McHale (@joelmchale) February 2, 2014Rest in peace Philip Seymour Hoffman. We who marveled at each of your performances, are grateful and very very sad. http://t.co/XcbJG6CAUY
— mia farrow (@MiaFarrow) February 2, 2014Philip Seymour Hoffman was a brilliant, talented man. The news this morning is shocking and sad. My heart goes out to his loved ones.
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) February 2, 2014It looks like addiction took another great person. It doesn't have to happen. Sometimes there are miracles. RIP Phillip Seymour Hoffman
— Lea Thompson (@LeaKThompson) February 2, 2014Phillip Seymour Hoffman worked & lived with truth above all. I will desperately miss his talent. pic.twitter.com/gL5rFnK17U
— Sean Astin (@SeanAstin) February 2, 2014Just hearing about Phillip Seymour Hoffman. Devastating. What an amazingly gifted actor. RIP
— Justin Timberlake (@jtimberlake) February 2, 2014In the fun and games of the day- let's please take a pause- and acknowledge the life of Phillip Seymour Hoffman. Truly sad news today.
— Brian Baumgartner (@BBBaumgartner) February 2, 2014Phillip Seymour Hoffman please find peace
— Artie Lange (@ArtieQuitter) February 2, 2014So increadibly sad to hear one of my favorite actors has passed. RIP Philip Seymour Hoffman.
— Jesse Tyler Ferguson (@jessetyler) February 2, 2014
