Hollywood has lost an icon and a real talent in Philip Seymour Hoffman. The 46-year-old actor was found dead in his Manhattan apartment Sunday, Feb. 2, allegedly of a drug overdose, shaking the film community and reaffirming the horrible effects addiction can have on the addict and those around them.

His prolific career spanned more than two decades, ranging from bit parts to brilliant supporting turns in “The Talented Mr. Ripley,” “Magnolia,” “Almost Famous,” “Charlie Wilson’s War” and “The Master,” as well as his lead roles in “Capote,” “The Savages” and “Before The Devil Knows You’re Dead.” He was one of the most brilliant actors of his generation, playing each character with such dedication and grace; it was hard to tell he was even acting. His range of roles were equally phenomenal, and was perhaps one of the few actors of the last century who could play such a wide range of roles without it seeming the least bit unnatural. His best known role is perhaps that of Truman Capote, author of “In Cold Blood” and “Breakfast At Tiffany’s,” for which he won an Oscar for Best Actor, in an uncanny portrayal that made one believe they were actually watching Capote on screen. His later roles in “Doubt” and “The Master” continued to prove that his versatility and dedication were his greatest strengths.

Hoffman was also an accomplished stage actor and director, wowing audiences with his performances in “True West,” “Long Day’s Journey Into Night” and “Death of a Salesman,” all of which lead to Tony nominations. His impact on the theater and film community was massive. A widely respected actor, he had perhaps a bigger influence on the audiences he entertained. His craft was admirable, and he was one of the few actors one could truly get excited about when it was announced he would be in another film.

It’s a strange feeling knowing he’s no longer in this world to grace us with his humble presence, and it’s a shame we’ll no longer see what other amazing pieces of art he might have delivered to us in the future. What he has left behind is a legacy of truly amazing films that will stand the test of time. He’ll be looked at as a Hollywood icon, a legend of cinema and an influence for future actors to come. He is survived by his partner Mimi O’Donnell and their three children. Philip Seymour Hoffman, you will be missed dearly.