Treat appeared in several Steven Spielberg films
Williams appeared in several Steven Spielberg films during his career, including 1941 and Heart of Dixie.
Later in his career, he joined the cast of Everwood on The WB in the role of Dr Andrew "Andy" Brown.
He remained with the show for all four seasons and earned a SAG Award nomination.
His other television appearances included Blue Bloods, The Late Shift, and Chesapeake Shores.
Agent released statement
Treat Williams’ agent of 15 years, Barry McPherson, confirmed the news to People.
“He was killed this afternoon. He was making a left or a right [and] a car cut him off,” McPherson told the outlet.
“I’m just devastated. He was the nicest guy. He was so talented.”
“He was an actor’s actor. Filmmakers loved him. He’s been the heart of Hollywood since the late 1970s,” McPherson continued.
“He was really proud of his performance this year. He’s been so happy with the work that I got him. He’s had a balanced career.”
Treat Williams and his other roles
Treat became well known for his starring role in the 1979 musical film Hair but he also starred in multiple films throughout his career.
The legend appeared in The Eagle Has Landed, Prince of the City, Once Upon a Time in America, The Late Shift, and 127 Hours.
Williams has died after being involved in a motorcycle accident at the age of 71, his agent revealed.
Vermont State police department's statement
In a release confirming the tragedy, the force wrote: "The crash occurred at about 4.53pm Monday on Vermont Route 30 just north of Morse Hill Road when a southbound 2008 Honda Element attempted to turn left into a parking lot.
"Initial investigation indicates the Element stopped, signaled a left turn, and then turned into the path of a northbound 1986 Honda VT700c motorcycle operated by Williams."
They added: "Williams was unable to avoid a collision and was thrown from his motorcycle.
"He suffered critical injuries and was airlifted to Albany Medical Center in Albany, New York, where he was pronounced dead."
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