'Karate Kid' Star Rob Garrison Died Aged 59 After A Month-Long Hospitalization: He Will Be Deeply Missed
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'Karate Kid' Star Rob Garrison Died Aged 59 After A Month-Long Hospitalization: He Will Be Deeply Missed
Fans and friends mourn passing of The Karate Kid actor Rob Garrison. His iconic role as Tommy in the child hit movie made Rob a true legend for the entire generation.
RIP, Rob Garrison!
Actor Rob Garrison passed away on Friday aged 59 after a month-long hospitalization. According to reports, Garrison suffered from severe health issues due to kidney and liver failure.
Rob was best-known for his role as Tommy in the legendary film The Karate Kid. Later, the star appeared in the movie’s sequel.
Garrison also appeared in other famous movies and TV series, including Columbo, Coach, MacGyve, and Homefront.
The late star will be remembered by his brother and his sister-in-law.
Rob’s sibling Peter told TMZ:
My brother was a fun-loving guy. He enjoyed people and he enjoyed life… He will definitely be missed.
Sony Pictures Television also paid tribute to the late actor via a statement to People:
We are saddened by the sudden passing of Rob Garrison, who delighted Karate Kid and Cobra Kai fans alike throughout the generations.
Fans and friends commemorate the late actor
RIP my friend. A HUGE thank you to all of you for your love, light, and support during this time. Peace and blessings to Rob’s family, friends, and fans. He’s missed around the world and our hearts are broken. #cobrakai #karatekid pic.twitter.com/WbPDCzGCRr
— Ron Thomas (@SenseiRonThomas) September 29, 2019
My heart goes out to all of you!!!! I’m such a fan of you all, I was saddened by the news. My condolences go out to you all, his family, his friends, and his fans. 😔
— Sophie Coberly (@SophieCoberly) September 29, 2019
To all the wonderful fans of karate kid ,Cobra Kai and Rob Garrison. I feel We’ve lost one of my warriors ….to the Spirit of my friend Rob ,I will see you up there one day and we will have the dojo to ourselves ,because cobra Kai down here, won’t be the same without you. pic.twitter.com/FiFECTBrjI
— Martin Kove (@MartinKove) September 28, 2019
Yesterday the world lost a beautiful soul and an incredibly gifted actor, and I lost one of my dearest friends — the one and only, Rob Garrison. Rob and I met when we were auditioning for “Karate Kid.” We instantly connected and became friends while filming the movie. Our friendship grew stronger over the many years since then. Rob was a true thespian — an “actors actor.” Working with him was always natural and effortless. He elevated every scene and moment inside of them. Outside of acting, he was one of the most selfless and wonderful human beings I’ve ever known and I will miss him immensely. Thank you to all of his fans for the tremendous outpouring of love & respect he’s being shown. I know it means a lot to his family and friends.
Rob Garrison made his name for himself as a beloved star of the world-famous hit movie. The Karate Kid actor will be deeply missed. We hope Rob found his peace in heaven!
