Madonna tribute to Sir Alan Parker: He taught me so much

Madonna has spoken of her sadness following the death of filmmaker Sir Alan Parker, saying 'he taught me so much'.

The British director, known for films including Bugsy Malone, Fame, Midnight Express and Mississippi Burning, died at the age of 76 on Friday.

Madonna starred in Sir Alan’s 1996 musical drama Evita.

She posted on Twitter: 'I was so sad to hear about the passing of Alan Parker. One of the greatest directors I’ve ever worked with, on the film Evita. He taught me so much, believed in me, pushed me to my limits and made an incredible film! Thank you!'

Sir Alan, whose films won 19 Baftas, 10 Golden Globes and 10 Oscars, died following a lengthy illness.

From PA Via Yahoo! News

I was so sad to hear about the passing of Alan Parker.
One of the greatest directors iI’ve ever worked with—on the film Evita. He taught me so much, believed in me ,pushed me to my limits and made an incredible film! Thank you! 📽♥️ #alanparker #evita pic.twitter.com/WqQCPTVwWh

— Madonna (@Madonna) August 1, 2020

Comments

[Rabbit Bunny]

That was sweet and kind of Madonna to do that! Evita is my favorite movie!

[Baby]

I always will and have gotten creeped out when I hear your stupid songs "Crazy For you" Give it 2 me and Get Together. It's always my heart that is closed. You are living in a dream world of yourself.

Goodbye!