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The Exorcist star Linda Blair paid tribute to the film’s director William Friedkin, who has passed away at age 87
Yesterday, we had to share the sad news that director William Friedkin has passed away at the age of 87. Friedkin’s most popular film is The Exorcist which is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year. And The Exorcist star Linda Blair has taken to social media to share a tribute to Friedkin.Blair wrote, “Like Sidney Poitier’s famous movie To Sir with Love, how do you put into words appreciation to the person that changed your life forever, along with the world? Billy Friedken was a game changer, thought outside the box, was a genius with an incredibly bold personality and extraordinary imagery that electrified colleagues and moviegoers alike and remained a true maverick throughout his career in the film industry.
Every actor wanted to work with him and maybe my story is the most poignant. It was a great experience to work with a real 13 year old and confirm my stability for the journey he would take me on and the rest of the world. His directing was a combination of strict work ethic, dedication and demanding guidance. His creative licensing of my performance was always thought-provoking and precise in his “on-point” direction for my Regan performance. Pushing envelopes with ground breaking special effects to ensure my performance was nothing less than shocking and unforgettable.He fiercely protected me from the maddening crowds that reared their ugly heads back in the day of the movie’s release.He understood my need to remain grounded in nature, my love for animals, and giving me my first prize horse which I named “Best Director” in his honor. He supported me in my love of animals and my Linda Blair Worldheart foundation to change the world. It was an honour to know him, and I am deeply grieved at this time. He changed my life forever, along with the world through my performance, and all my performances throughout my career.RIP my dear friend… love, respect and deepest condolences to Sherry, Cedric and Jack.
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Based on a novel by William Peter Blatty (pick up a copy HERE), who also wrote the screenplay, The Exorcist
tells the following story:
One of the most profitable horror movies ever made, this tale of an exorcism is based loosely on actual events. When Regan, a young girl, starts acting strangely — levitating and speaking in tongues, her mother is worried. She seeks medical attention, but ends up at a dead-end. The local priest believes that the girl is being possessed by the devil. As part of the 50th Anniversary celebration, The exorcist
is getting a 4K release. Pre-order copies at THIS LINK. If not, what is your favorite William Friedkin film? Please let us know what you think by leaving a message below.Linda’s tribute to William Friedkin is available on Instagram.
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