So, I think it’s a way for him to, in some ways, still be a part of the show.” Adding, “There’s no way I would ever be involved with it again if it didn’t do so. Their fantastic chemistry and friendship had been the lifeline of the show, “Obviously, that’s the first thing that came to my mind, but I felt that what Jeff Eastin presented to Tim and I honors what he contributed to the show and honors him as a person,” Bomer said. '…on my honor I will see it through,' the actress wrote.Antoni Porowski, Pierson Fodé, Jacob Elordi, Matt Bomer, and more Insta Snaps 'I wanted Willie to know that I was carrying that 'calm down' with me forever,' she added.īurton also revealed that Garson had asked for her help to get his memoir published for his son Nathen. He'd stop you before you could rebuff the compliment. And right as you'd blush, he'd temper it with 'alright, calm down!' And then laughter. Tell you that you were the smartest or prettiest or most talented or that your book/show/recipe/charity, etc mattered and was valuable.

'He would pay you the biggest compliment in the world. Related: Everything Hilarie Burton Has Been Up Since Her Stint As Peyton Sawyer On 'One Tree Hill' Willie most definitely spoiled me,' Burton added, sharing a picture of the wedding gift (a first edition copy of 1939 novel 'The Grapes of Wrath') and note that Garson had given her and Morgan.īefore Garson's death, Burton had decided to get a tattoo of a phrase he used to jokingly say after paying someone a compliment - 'calm down' - and that he did include in the message to the happy couple. Social media is ablaze right now with evidence of that….each person in his life felt special. Intentional with his effort and attention and devotion. So I will not be able to fully articulate my feelings here. The world knows that has been a pivotal player in my life. Save a place for me, because you know I want to be at your table up there.'īurton, whose friendship with Garson had started before their time on 'White Collar,' took to Instagram to say she and her husband, 'The Walking Dead' star Jeffrey Dean Morgan, were 'devastated'. 'You live on in our hearts and minds always: and your White Collar family is always here for Nathen. I love you forever Willie Garson,' Bomer added, sending his love to Garson's son Nathen. We were all there for Willie, and for each other. 'This also reminded me how strong our 'White Collar' family is. He described Garson as someone 'who lifted me up, who made me better, and who always, always made me smile.' Related: Fans Mourn ‘Sex And The City’ Actor Willie Garson After Death At Age 57 The last thing you did when we said goodbye was pull down your mask (I hate covid), smile, and wink at me,' the actor added. I still haven't wrapped my head around a world without you in it- where I can't call you when I need to laugh, or be inspired. 'This past year, you taught me so much about courage and resilience and love. Bomer and Garson remained friends well after their stint as Neal and Mozzie on the NYC-set series.Īfter the 'SATC' star died, the 'Magic Mike' actor took to Instagram to share his feelings.

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