Liam McIntyre replaces Whitfield
Whitfield died Sunday of non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. He was diagnosed with the disease 18 months ago while prepping for the second season the Starz series.
Starz, with Whitfield’s blessing, later replaced him in the title role with Liam McIntyre.
After the news of Whitfield’s death broke, several in Hollywood took to Twitter to share their condolences.
Spartacus creator Steven DeKnight
No words to express the depth of such a loss. You will be deeply missed, my brother.
Actress Katee Sackhoff
I'm so saddened by the news of Andy Whitfield's passing. He was a great talent and a true warrior. #RIP
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