Actor Treat Williams, who became well-known for his work in “Everwood,” “Prince of the City,” and “Hair,” has passed away. He was 71.
Williams passed away due to a motorbike accident, according to a statement provided to People by his agent, Barry McPherson, who also confirmed the devastating news.
“His death occurred this afternoon. He was turning left or right when a motorist suddenly cut him off,” according to McPherson.
“I’m destroyed. He was a very kind person. He had such skill.”
Gill and Elinor Williams, the couple’s two children, and Pam Van Sant, his wife, survive Williams. “Treat was full of love for his family, for his life, and for his craft, and was truly at the top of his game in all of it,” the family said in a statement shared with Deadline. “Although everything is very upsetting, please know that Treat was incredibly loved and respected by his family and everyone he knew.”
