Matt LeBlanc pays emotional tribute to his late on-screen father Stacy Keach: 'You’ll be missed'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Matt LeBlanc remembered his late 'Man with a Plan' co-star, Stacy Keach, with a heartfelt message following the veteran actor’s death at 85.
The 'Friends' star shared a throwback picture of the two together and called Keach a "true legend," while looking back on the good times they shared. The actors played father and son on the CBS sitcom, and LeBlanc’s tribute offered a personal glimpse into their bond beyond the screen.
Matt LeBlanc remembers his on-screen father Stacy Keach
On Thursday, November 12, LeBlanc took to Instagram to pay tribute to Keach, sharing a picture from the actor’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star ceremony in July 2019. Alongside the photo, the 59-year-old actor wrote, “A true legend. We had some good laughs. You’ll be missed my friend.”
The two worked together on the CBS sitcom 'Man with a Plan', which ran for four seasons from 2016 to 2020. LeBlanc played Adam Burns, while Keach portrayed his father, Joe Burns. Their characters shared a father-son relationship on the show, giving the actors several seasons to work together.
LeBlanc’s message was a brief but warm remembrance of his former co-star, highlighting the friendship and laughter they shared while working on the sitcom. The throwback photo also took viewers back to a special moment in Keach’s career, when he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Stacy Keach dies at 85 after a difficult battle with a 'serious heart condition'
Keach died on Tuesday at his family home in Magdalenka, Poland. He was 85. His wife, Malgosia Keach, confirmed his death, which followed “a long and difficult battle with a serious heart condition and heart failure."
“Stacy peacefully departed this world,” she added. “He fought for so long, with extraordinary courage, determination and strength. He was a true warrior, facing his illness with the same remarkable spirit and resilience that defined his life.”
Małgosia’s statement continued, “Stacy was not only a legendary actor, admired and loved by audiences the world over, but also my beloved husband, my companion and the heart of our family. His passing leaves an immeasurable emptiness in our lives. But his extraordinary spirit, his unforgettable voice and the love he gave so generously will remain with us forever."
Keach worked in the entertainment industry for more than six decades, establishing himself across film, television, and theatre.
He appeared in films such as 'The Bourne Legacy', 'Fat City', 'American History X' and 'Nebraska'. His television credits included shows such as 'Prison Break', 'Blue Bloods', and 'Titus'.
