Remembering Jerry Weintraub: Clooney, More React To Icon’s Death

Following the death of iconic Hollywood producer Jerry Weintraub on Monday, many of the famous faces who worked with Weintraub over the years expressed their sorrow over the loss.

Weintraub, the man behind such classics as the “Ocean’s Eleven” films, as well as “The Karate Kid” and “Diner,” died at the age of 77.

George Clooney – who worked with Weintraub in the “Ocean’s” film franchise – offered a heartfelt statement to Access Hollywood.

“In the coming days there will be tributes, about our friend Jerry Weintraub. We’ll laugh at his great stories, and applaud his accomplishments. And in the years to come the stories and accomplishments will get better with age, just as Jerry would have wanted it. But not today. Today our friend died. To his family and friends, Amal and I send our love,” Clooney said. “And to those who didn’t know him we send our deepest sympathy. You would have loved him. “

Will Smith posted a photo of his family and Weintraub on his Facebook page, with the caption, “We’re gonna miss you, Uncle Jerry.”

Other celebs also took to Twitter to remember the Hollywood legend:

So sad at loss of Jerry Weintraub, you were 1 of a kind, my friend. Last of a breed. So glad I got to be “that kid” pic.twitter.com/ebN7p8ptUL

— Ralph Macchio (@ralphmacchio) July 6, 2015

Shocked to learn of the passing of Jerry Weintraub. I just saw him last week. This is a great loss to show business, what a legend.

— Larry King (@kingsthings) July 6, 2015

Jerry Weintraub will be dearly missed. A great contributor to what we all love about the movies- passion, dreams. #jerryweintraub

— McG (@McGsWonderland) July 7, 2015

J Weintraub also passed away! RIP.. Truly incredible man. His book – essential reading for anyone interested in the entertainment industry.

— Dane Cook (@DaneCook) July 6, 2015

Jerry Weintraub is larger than life. He was a giant in Hollywood & his heart was so big it lit up the town. My thoughts are with his family.

— Arnold (@Schwarzenegger) July 6, 2015

Just heard Jerry Weintraub has died. He was a giant and a good friend. No Jerry, no “Diner” No “Karate Kid”… And a lot less fun. RIP.

— Paul Reiser (@PaulReiser) July 6, 2015

— Eric Anderson