Stars Pay Tribute to Dennis Hopper

By PopEater Staff Posted May 30th 2010 08:29AM

From Peter Fonda to Marlee Matlin, stars around the Internet are paying tribute to the late Dennis Hopper, who died yesterday after a lengthy battle with prostate cancer.

Earlier this morning, EW.com obtained statements from three of Hopper's co-stars -- Peter Fonda, Gene Hackman and Isabella Rossellini.

"Dennis introduced me to the world of Pop Art and 'lost' films. We rode the highways of America and changed the way movies were made in Hollywood. I was blessed by his passion and friendship," said Peter Fonda, with whom Hopper co-wrote the 1969 classic 'Easy Rider.'

"As an actor, one is always taken by someone who is different. An iconoclast, Dennis was an artist and I will always treasure having worked with him. He will be missed," said 'Hoosiers' co-star Gene Hackman.

Meanwhile, Isabella Rossellini, who appeared opposite Hopper in David Lynch's Oscar-nominated thriller 'Blue Velvet,' had this to say: "When I first met Dennis on the set of Blue Velvet, he had just come out of rehab. I was afraid of him, but Dennis turned out to be infinitely kind, compassionate and understanding. He had gone to hell and came back from it with great wisdom. It will take me a while to realize and accept he isn't with us any longer."

Below, check out more celebrity reactions from Twitter:

"Dennis Hopper, riding that chopper, riding easy. God Speed, Dennis. RIP." - Marlee Matlin

"So long Dennis. U taught me so much- honoring my sister and I-' sister Heros man!' thank u. Fare thee well." - Virginia Madsen

"Dennis Hopper was born in Dodge City, and man, did he ever get out of Dodge." - Roger Ebert

"Rest In Peace Mister Dennis Hopper. I shall drink a Pabst Blue Ribbon in your honour." - Edgar Wright

"RIP Dennis Hopper.The world was your canvas & you captured it brilliantly.Thank u for the friendship u gave my dad&inspiration u gave us all." - Soleil Moon Frye

"RIP Dennis Hopper - 'Somewhere in my strange career, someone has liked something.'" - Tom Green

"RIP Dennis Hopper. One of the great ones." - Elizabeth Banks

"Sweet Dennis Hopper. Bless you for your gifts you gave us all these years." - Christina Applegate

"You take the great ones for granted until they're gone. RIP Dennis Hopper " - Slash

"The world has lost a legend & I'll cherish all the moments we had together, friend. My prayers go out to the family. R.I.P, Dennis Hopper." - Jocko Sims ('Crash' co-star)

"TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE 2, HOOSIERS, BLUE VELVET, RED ROCK WEST, EASY RIDER. Thanks for always making it seem simple & fun, Mr. Hopper. RIP." - Kevin Smith

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Sunday 30 May

By coco

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You never ceased to give me cause for wanting more as the credit rolled by. When someone asked me who I thought the cream of the crop is in Hollywood, your name was always at the top of the list. I don't care what you did in your personal life, that did not affect me at all, but your performances always left me wanting more. You were always brilliant and spot on. Thanks for the memories, and RIP

By Bob Dorff

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His portrayal of an epiletic on a segment of NBC'S "MEDIC" aired before "REBEL" started shooting. One of his best, sadly -- not remembered.

Bob Dorff

By Marshall

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I will always rememember his film 'Speed' . Great actor. Sorry to
hear he is gone now. Cancer always seems to get the nicest
people around us.

By patricia

OMG! Bob Dorff, You just reminded me of that "Medic" episode with Dennis Hopper. Only, back then, being 7 or 8 yrs. old I did not pay attention to who the epileptic was played by. I never forgot his face, tho. HOLY COW. Thankyou, Bob, for making me remember a very gifted actor.

By odudi

My favorite film was an early Dennis Hopper in the movie "Giant" with Elizabeth Taylor. He was fantastic!

By Jordan

I loved Dennis on the Twilight Zone episode where he played a Neo Nazi! That's the role I really loved him for! He was such an amazing talent and a true original!

Rest in Peace Dennis!

By biggray

It is so hard to have to say goodbye to one of the the greats but we have to do it God Bless save me a seat ill see you on the other side Thanks Bigray

By Jim

A true American original. He was one of the most versatile artists of our time and he will truly be missed. RIP Mr. Hopper.

By shlockomania

Fifty-five years since Rebel and still tops in the cuthroat field. A true career actor. Snort the good stuff over there Mr. H. Then haunt that bloodsucker ex of yours to the grave.

By mcnatick

I remember his first movie, Giant, he played Elizabeth Taylor and Rock Hudson's son.

By ddfredd

A sweet little film that he was also great in was "Flashback", loved it, loved him. We'll miss you so....

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