Tribute To Jude Dillon: Brother Hugh Dillon Pays Respect & Says, “Thank You”

The crime drama remembers Jude Dillon legacy!

Hugh Dillon, co-creator, executive producer, and series regular of the Paramount+ series “Mayor of Kingstown,” has dedicated an episode in memory of his late brother Jude Dillon.

Key Takeaways

  • Jude was a talented poet, journalist, and photographer.
  • Hugh remembers his brother as a great artist whose work remains hypnotic and breathtaking.

Jude Dillion was an important part of Hugh’s life; he was a big brother, mentor, and number one fan.

The brothers grew up in Kingston, Ontario, in each other’s care; the younger one became the lead singer of Headstones, while the older one displayed his talent in photography and literature.

The sad news was announced by Hugh on January 28 through Instagram, with the caption,

“RIP my big brother Jude Dillon pictured here in our basement in Kingston in 1968 THANK YOU JUDE”

Hugh Dillon

A Multifaceted Talent

Jude Dillion was an award-winning photojournalist who graduated in English Literature from Queen’s University in Kingston.

His work has been published in online magazines and print throughout Canada, the United States, and Europe.

Among his many significant works of art are two collections of poetry, “The Fractured Garden” and “Happy There In My Agony.”

The Calgary, Alberta, resident was also an artist; Jude studied painting at the Alberta College of Art and Design.

In addition to that, he was an editor at Gloom Cupboard, an e-zine based in Europe.

Brothers Helped Each Other Professionally

The “Yellowstone” actor was a huge fan of his older brother’s work and was never shy about showcasing his love.

In 2015, Hugh praised his brother by saying,

Some of you may already know his [Jude’s] stuff… He is and has always been a great artist/photographer. Since I was a kid, I have always found his images both hypnotic and breathtaking.

Hugh Dillon

Likewise, Jude was also a sucker for Hugh’s music. Inspired by Hugh, he used to create tunes and post them on his YouTube channel.

Thankfully, they got to work together. In 2018, Jude joined his brother’s band to take their amazing photographs.

In Case You Didn’t Know

  • Hugh Dillion and his brother used to play ice hockey growing up.
  • Hugh is a married man who wedded his wife, Midori Fujiwara, who is credited for helping him against his battle with addiction.
  • He attended the Kingston Collegiate and Vocational Institute.

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