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Andrew Garfield Thanks Jessica Chastain for Halting Filming During Mother's Final Days

Garfield praised Chastain and producer David Greenbaum for pausing 'The Eyes of Tammy Faye' production to allow him to be with his dying mother.

  • Andrew Garfield expressed deep gratitude towards Jessica Chastain and producer David Greenbaum for rearranging the filming schedule of 'The Eyes of Tammy Faye' to let him spend time with his terminally ill mother.
  • Garfield's mother, Lynn, passed away from pancreatic cancer at the age of 69, and the actor was able to be with her in England for 10 days thanks to the schedule change.
  • Vincent D'Onofrio, another co-star, also supported Garfield, sharing his own experience with loss and encouraging him to be with his family.
  • Garfield and Chastain formed a close bond during filming, often visiting the now-closed Heritage USA theme park for research and personal reflection.
  • Garfield recently reflected on the profound impact of his time with his mother, describing their final days as filled with grace amidst tragedy.
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