Remembering Willie Garson: A Life Cut Short by Pancreatic Cancer
It’s a sad sign‑off for the world of television that Willie Garson, the sharp‑spoken soul behind Stanford Blatch, has slipped away at 57. The beloved Sex & the City actor passed quietly in his Los Angeles home on the afternoon of September 21. The N.Y. Times obituary confirmed that the cause was pancreatic cancer—a disease that can strike with little warning.
What the Obituary Said
“William Garson Paszamant, better known to fans as Willie Garson, talented actor on stage, film and TV, is no longer with us. He died at 57 at his home in Los Angeles. The cause was pancreatic cancer.”
It also asked fans not for flowers, but for donations in his name to the Alliance for Children’s Rights, a cause close to his heart.
Tributes From His Sex & the City Family
- Cynthia Nixon shared a heartfelt post: “We’re devastated that @Willie.Garson is gone. He was endlessly funny on‑screen and in real life. A true professional and a friend. My heart goes out to his son, @Nathen_Garson.”
- Kim Cattrall added: “Such sad news, an awful loss to our SATC family. Condolences and RIP, dear Willie.”
- Kristin Davis and Sarah Jessica Parker also sent their condolences. Parker, however, took time to process: “Thank you dearest Chris. I’m not ready yet.”
A Quick Note on Willie’s Legacy
Willie’s charm, quick wit, and unbreakable work ethic made every set feel like a second family. He brought warmth to a character that was anything but a sketch—Stanford Blatch was part of the Sex & the City magic.
While the world mourns, his family’s request encourages us to keep his memory alive by supporting children’s rights—an effort that feels at home in the life Willie once lived.
In the end, it’s a reminder that the brightest lights can get flared out swiftly, but the glow they leave behind can keep their friends laughing forever. Rest in power, Willie.
