McFarr died Monday at his home in Florida, according to his family. He served as Chris Pratt’s body double in Jurassic World and Guardians of the Galaxy.
The daredevil’s mother, Donna, broke the tragic news to TMZ, although the cause of his death has not yet been officially released.
Her son was “active and healthy” and she described the news of his death as “shocking and unexpected”.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Pratt wrote: “Devastated to hear of the passing of my friend and former stunt double Tony McFarr.”
“We worked together on a few films, and spent endless hours on set, smoking cigars, playing golf, and drinking whiskey.
He added: “He worked hard and was always a gentleman.” He will be missed. I pray for his loved ones, especially his daughter.
McFarr has spent the last decade or more starring in some of Hollywood’s biggest hits.
The single parent landed his first major acting roles in 2012 in Rock of Ages, Teen Wolf, and Homeland.
McFarr then starred in Captain America: Civil War (2016), The Accountant (2016), Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 (2014), and Furious 7 (2015).
He and Pratt, with whom he had previously collaborated on Jurassic World (2015), became close over time.
The stuntman worked with him once again on the set of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, (2017), Passengers (2016), and Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018).
In addition, McFarr has appeared in several television series such as Burn Notice, One Tree Hill, and MacGyver.
For the past few years, he’s devoted his time to two Florida restaurants, one of which was inspired by a Poke Bowl movie.
Tony McFarre’s passing is a significant loss to the film industry and to those who knew him personally. As Chris Pratt’s stuntman in iconic films such as *Jurassic World* and *Guardians of the Galaxy*, McFarr had an indelible impact on the scene where he worked. His untimely death left his colleagues and friends, especially Pratt, deeply saddened.
McFarr’s career has spanned more than a decade and he has showcased his skills in major Hollywood productions such as *Captain America: Civil War*, *The Accountant* and *Furious 7*. His dedication to his craft and his positive demeanor on set earned him the respect and affection of those he worked with. In addition to his film work, he has made significant contributions to television and even ventured into the restaurant business in Florida, further reflecting his diverse talents and interests.
Heartfelt tributes from Pratt and others highlight the profound influence McFarr had on both his professional and personal circles. His legacy will live on through the many films and television shows he was involved in, as well as the memories shared by those who had the privilege of knowing him. His passing is a reminder of the fleeting nature of life and the lasting impact of a life well lived.