After being ill for some time, “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” star Michael Constantine has died.
Constantine had been ill for several years, but the nature of his illness was not disclosed.
His sister, Patricia Gordon said, “He loved his hometown.
He came back here right after he won his Emmy for ‘Room 222.’
But then he was called back to California.
He always loved coming home.
He was very much a family person.
He loved his children, his siblings, his parents.”
“Metroreports that he’s left behind two children, Thea and Brendan.
And since his family confirmed his death, tributes have rolled in for Constantine.
Nia Vardalos played Michael Constantine’s daughter in “My Big Fat Greek Wedding.
Acting with him came with a rush of love and fun.
I will treasure this man who brought Gus to life.
He gave us so much laughter and deserves a rest now.
We love you, Michael.”
Underneath Vardalos' tweet, many fans remembered how much he reminded them of their own family.
RIP Michael Constantine.”
Similarly, WCVB anchorMaria Stephanos wrote, “I love this movie.
I love this character and I loved Michael Constantine.
He passed at the age of 94.
I will spritz some Windex in your honor.”
Constantine has been remembered for the impact that his many roles have had on entertainment today.
“Sad about this.
“Much of the series was shot on location at Los Angeles High School on Olympic Blvd.
Michael Constantine was the well-meaning anchor of that show … and much more.”
