News of Ernest Borgnine's death has prompted an outpouring of love and support from Hollywood.
The 95-year-old actor of television and movies passed away this morning in Los Angeles. His longtime spokesman, Harry Flynn, tells the Associated Press that Borgnine died at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center with his family by his side.
He is well-known for his role as scheming Naval officer Quinton McHale in sitcom McHale's Navy (1962-66). Younger audiences might remember him as Dominic Santini from Airwolf (1984-86), which starred Jan-Michael Vincent as a renegade pilot. Last year, he appeared in Hallmark cable channel's movie, Love's Christmas Journey. He also won an Oscar for his work in 1955's Marty.
The veteran actor's many friends and fans are noting his passing on Twitter. Among some of the celebrities:
Leonard Nimoy: "Ernest Borgnine was helpful to me when we worked together on Wagon Train. Before Star Trek. A good man. RIP"
Dylan McDermott: "Ernest Borgnine passed away, played cards with him a few times. Won an oscar 4 'Marty'. Rest in Peace"
Gary Sinise: "God bless Ernest Borgnine. An amazingly strong spirit. R.I.P. Ernie"
Joe Mantegna: "I cannot express my sorrow at the loss of Ernest Borgnine. He was a true Hollywood icon and a dear friend. My prayers go out to the family."
Lisa Rinna: "Our sweet friend and neighbor Ernest Borgnine may you Rest in Peace!"
Marlee Matlin: "So sad to read about passing of Ernest Borgnine. We spoke recently at Paramount's 100th anniversary photo. A true legend & a gentleman. RIP"
LeVar Burton: "Rest in Peace... Ernest Borgnine! You were both gracious and full of grace."
Rob Lowe: "As a kid, Ernest Borgnine scared the hell out of me as the sadistic train conductor Shack in The Emperor Of The North. "
Scott Baio: "My dear frd Ernest Borgnine has passed at age 95. He was such a great Italian man, actor, Navy veteran, & father. Prayers 2 Nancee Borgnine"
Michael Urie: "RIP Ernest Borgnine - what an awesome actor."
Barbara Eden: "We lost another great guy today, Ernest Borgnine. My deepest condolences to his wife Tova and his family in this difficult time. -Barbara"
