Earlier this week, Hollywood lost a pioneering executive and producer. This week it was announced that Paula Weinstein died of unknown causes at the age of 78. Weinstein was an accomplished producer in film and television from the 1980s to the present, memorably contributing her talents to projects such as grace and frankie and from 9 to 5. Amid her death, Jane Fonda paid tribute to the producer, whom she referred to as her “best friend.”
Losing a loved one is one thing, but losing a best friend is a form of heartbreak. Jane Fonda took instagram to share a photo of herself with Paula Weinstein and write a thoughtful message about the late producer.
The actress, who starred in numerous movies 2023 and she is one of the few who can say that she is thriving in Hollywood at the age of 86, also wrote that Weinstein was an important person she turned to when life got difficult. Fonda has been famous for many years, but she has not been without obstacles. She is among the actors who made a notable comeback to their career with his work in the 21st century. Fonda went into remission from cancer last year after being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma and undergoing chemotherapy treatment.
Fonda ended her tribute by honoring her friend's wishes and directing the conversation to her family's wishes that people honor her by supporting the Democratic Party. Following Jane Fonda's outpouring on social media, quite a few fellow stars took to the comments section to share her thoughts. Look at them:
- “Beautifully said. I loved Paula very much. I worked with her on How Do You Know… she was brilliant and warm. And she loved her daughter Hannah very much. I will truly miss her loving presence.” -Reese witherspoon
- “What a touching tribute. My heart aches for your immeasurable loss. What a beautiful friendship, may the happy memories comfort you. My deepest condolences.” -Christie Brinkley
- “May his memory be a blessing.” – Sara Silverman
- “I'm so sorry to hear, I was so lucky to have seen them both in action all those years ago, I could feel how connected they were .” -Adam Scott
- “She was a force. I'm so sorry Jane.” -Wanda Sykes
Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Paula Weinstein following the news of her passing. As Hollywood honors her legacy, she is survived by her daughter Hannah Rosenberg, who shared the news of her mother's death on Monday.
