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Harold and Maude's Bud Cort Remembered
11 Feb
Summary
- Bud Cort starred in the cult classic 'Harold and Maude'.
- He began his film career with a small part in 'MASH'.
- His family is from New Rochelle, New York.
Bud Cort, celebrated for his unforgettable role in the enduring cult classic "Harold and Maude," has passed away. In the film, Cort embodied a young man fixated on death, whose perspective dramatically shifts after meeting Maude, a vibrant 79-year-old Holocaust survivor played by Ruth Gordon. This pivotal role earned him a BAFTA nomination for most promising newcomer and a Golden Globe nod.
Cort's journey in entertainment began in New Rochelle, New York, where his passion for theater blossomed. He later moved to Los Angeles, securing an initial part in Robert Altman's "MASH." Altman subsequently cast him in the lead of "Brewster McCloud," a quirky film about a young man yearning for flight.
His captivating on-screen chemistry with Ruth Gordon during auditions for "Harold and Maude" solidified his casting in the beloved film. The movie, featuring music by Cat Stevens, has maintained its status as a repertory screening favorite for over five decades.
Cort is survived by his siblings and extended family. Funeral services are being held privately, with a public memorial scheduled for a later date in Los Angeles.
