Hollywood legend James Woods won over a critic today when he posted a beautiful statement about his good friend Penny Marshall. Woods said:
“I noticed Penny Marshall trending today. Though not sure why, I’ll take any opportunity to reminisce about one of my favorite friends and directors. One Christmas she had a small gathering at her house, and I remember sitting with her on the couch.
“Joe Pesci played the guitar and we sang Christmas carols. Hard to visualize, I’m sure, but a happy memory. We were all “strays” that year and her home was always open.
“She loved her friends like family.
“I think that’s why I had so much fun doing RIDING IN CARS WITH BOYS.
“That set felt like a big, rousing family.
“I just loved her so much.
“During the wedding scene she and I did a jitterbug, showing Brittany and Lorraine our moves.
“They laughed pretty hard and rightfully so.
“I really miss Penny.
“She was the best of my time in Hollywood, a great director and friend.”
A Twitter user said: “Jesus, I can’t stand you but that was beautiful. Thank you for sharing it.”
Woods replied:
“I’ll take the high road and say thank you!”