Hair star Treat Williams, 71, is killed in motorbike crash ‘after car cut him off while he made a turn’, hours after he shared snap of himself cutting grass at his $1M Vermont ranch

Actor Treat Williams has died at the age of 71 after being involved in a motorcycle accident in Vermont.

The Golden Globe-nominated actor passed away on Sunday afternoon when a car ‘cut him off,’ his agent, Barry McPherson, and his devastated family confirmed.

He told People: ‘He was killed this afternoon. He was making a left or a right [and] a car cut him off. I’m just devastated. He was the nicest guy. He was so talented.’ 

Williams, best known for his roles in Everwood and Hair, was enjoying his weekend mowing the lawn at his $1million Vermont home just hours before the tragedy. 

He was married to actress Pam Van Sant, and together they had two children, Gille and Ellie – and often shared his idyllic country life for his fans on social media. 

In 1979, he starred as George Berger in the film Hair, which was based on the Broadway musical

In a social media post from just seven hours ago, Williams shared a snap of his land with the caption: ‘Mowing today. Wish I could bottle the scent’

Father-of-two Williams was hit around 5pm on Sunday on Route 30 by Long Trail Auto near Dorset, Vermont. He was airlifted to hospital. 

His agent added: ‘He was an actor’s actor. Filmmakers loved him. He’s been the heart of the Hollywood since the late 1970s. 

‘He was really proud of his performance this year. He’s been so happy with the work that I got him. 

‘He’s had a balanced career.’ 

Williams’ family said in a statement: ‘It is with great sadness that we report that our beloved Treat Williams has passed away tonight in Dorset, Vermont after a fatal motorcycle accident. 

‘As you can imagine, we are shocked and greatly bereaved at this time. Treat was full of love for his family, for his life and for his craft, and was truly at the top of his game in all of it. 

‘It is all so shocking right now, but please know that Treat was dearly and deeply loved and respected by his family and everyone who knew him. 

‘We are beyond devastated and ask that you respect our privacy as we deal with our grief. To all his fans, please know that Treat appreciated all of you and please continue to keep him in your hearts and prayers.’ 

Treat Williams with his wife Pam Van Sant and his two kids Gille and Ellie in 2008

Treat Williams in Prince Of The City. He was nominated for a Golden Globe for his performance 

Treat Williams (centre) plays Dr. Andrew Brown in Everwood – a neurosurgeon who breaks down after his wife’s death and relocates from New York to Colorado

Treat Williams is pictured in 1981 and 1988. He earned two Golden Globe nominations during his career

The actor, who died at the age of 71, often posted images of his Vermont home online

Treat Williams was born in Rowayton, Connecticut, in 1951 and kickstarted his professional acting career in his 20s, after graduating from Franklin and Marshall College.  

Williams shot to fame after his debut role in the thriller Deadly Hero in 1975. He also performed in 1976’s The Ritz and The Eagle Has Landed.

In 1979, he starred as George Berger in the film Hair, which was based on the Broadway musical. 

It was the role which earned him his first Golden Globe nomination for New Star of the Year – and two years later, he got his second nomination for his acting in Prince of The City. 

He also played Dr. Andrew Brown in Everwood – and he received two SAG Award nominations for his work on the show.

In a social media post from just seven hours ago, Williams shared a snap of his land with the caption: ‘Mowing today. Wish I could bottle the scent.’

And two hours before the news of his death came to light, he recorded himself mowing the ground, writing: ‘What a real Vermonter does.’ 

Williams enjoyed a successful decades-long career, performing in TV shows like Steven Spielberg’s 1941, and Prince of the City.

He was also in Blue Bloods and Chesapeake Shores. Williams had over 120 credits across television, movies, and theater.