Donald Sutherland Played Hawkeye in the MASH Movie Before It Was on TV
The Beginning of a Legacy
Donald Sutherland, the actor who played Hawkeye Pierce in the 1970 film MASH, has passed away at the age of 88. Sutherland's portrayal of the cynical but compassionate army doctor helped to create one of the most iconic characters in American television history.
Sutherland was cast in the MASH movie by director Robert Altman after seeing him in the 1967 film The Graduate. Altman was reportedly impressed by Sutherland's ability to play a complex character who was both funny and serious.
Sutherland's Hawkeye Pierce
Sutherland's Hawkeye Pierce was a complex character who was both a brilliant surgeon and a cynical observer of the Korean War. He was constantly at odds with his commanding officer, Colonel Henry Blake (played by McLean Stevenson), but he also had a deep respect for his fellow surgeons.
Sutherland's performance as Hawkeye Pierce was critically acclaimed. He won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy in 1971. He also received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor in a Leading Role.
Sutherland's Hawkeye Pierce became one of the most iconic characters in American television history. He was a complex and relatable character who represented the best and worst of humanity. His death is a great loss to the entertainment world.
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