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This is a horrible tragedy. He was an amazing man to work for and with. He respected young actors in a way that made you realize you had to step up your game because you were playing in the big leagues now. Thats why he got such great performances out of his actors. My heart goes out to his wife Nancy and their children.<br>
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(Appeared in "Pretty in Pink.")

Jon Cryer

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This is a horrible tragedy. He was an amazing man to work for and with. He respected young actors in a way that made you realize you had to step up your game because you were playing in the big leagues now. Thats why he got such great performances out of his actors. My heart goes out to his wife Nancy and their children.

(Appeared in "Pretty in Pink.")

Brat Pack & friends remember John Hughes

Jon Cryer