OlderSat, 27 September 2008 at 10:31 am
Paul Newman Dead at 83
Legendary actor Paul Newman passed away last night at the age of 83 at his home in Westport, Connecticut.
A former chain smoker, Newman had been diagnosed with lung cancer in June of this year and ultimately died of it.
He appeared in over 60 movies including: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, The Hustler, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and The Sting. Nominated nine times for an Oscar, he won best actor for the 1986 film, The Color of Money.
Also known as the founder of Newman’s Own food company, his daugher Nell will most likely take over. Profits and royalties from the company are donated to charity and have exceeded $220 million as of last year.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Paul’s family and friends.
R.I.P.
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Incredible actor. Great philanthropist.
He will be missed. :-(
[*] in our hearts for ever
That’s so sad…I remember watching the movie “Cat on a hot Tin Roof” in college (in France), after having read the book as part of a course…I actually liked the movie whereas I usually hate movies older than 1985…may he rest in peace!!!
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rest in peace.
Very sad news. RIP a great actor and humanitarian. Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid is one of my all-time favorites.
God Speed, Mr. Newman.
NO! i seriously have a picture of him on the wall at my work! amazing man,amazing actor ,words seem cheap compared to his abilities……..R.I.P cool hand luke..we loved you very much…………..
Absolute legend! R.I.P.
RIP Paul, truly among the greatest in Hollywood
The world has lost a true gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, especially his wife of 50 years, Joanne Woodward. RIP, Butch Cassidy. You will be sorely missed. :( :(
Such a fine man! Condolences to his wife, Joanne and his children.
true legend, wonderful actor
we will miss him.
RIP
Thank goodness for Wikipedia, eh Just Jared?
What sad news. This is a “STAR” who has passed away. It is important to note that those who are now following should look at this man’s example of what a STAR is. I have seen I believe every film. He had a great relationship with his wife Joanne and their children. I agree with one of the previous post, that we get so caught up on these fly by night want to Be’s and forget what a true actor is and should be.
My favorite roles are The Verdict, Absence of Malice, Butch Cassidy, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Cool Hand Luke… Just to name a few. These are roles that will be remembered. How many actor’s roles can you say the same of.
He will be greatly missed.
One of the best actor and legend of our time
He will be missed.
RIP Mr. Newman
so sad. incredible actor and man.
(SOBBING)……………Paul Newman a great actor a legend one of the last great personalities……………..a great human being part of a good hollywood marriage……………peace be upon him
(SOBBING)……………Paul Newman a great actor a legend one of the last great personalities……………..a great human being part of a good hollywood marriage……………peace be upon him
Rest in Peace, dear Paul Newman! An intelligent, talented, creative, business philanthropic (giving back), and beautiful (inside/outsie) man. He and incredible wife, Joanne Woodward, gave us some great film and, yet, we didn’t receive enough of them (together or separate)!
He was originally from Ohio and passionately opposed the Vietnam War, favored civil rights, and ended up on evil Richard Nixon’s hit list.
In honor of all the good Paul Newman gave in this world, celebrate his life by casting your vote on November 4 for OBAMA-BIDEN!!!
Growing up with a mum, who is a great fan of Mr. Newman, it’s a great loss.
My deepest condolences to Mr. Newman’s family and Rest In Peace Mr. Newman.
Truly a legend.
“I wish I could recall with clarity the impulse that compelled me to help bring this camp into being. I’d be pleased if I could announce a motive of lofty purpose. I’ve been accused of compassion, of altruism, of devotion to Christian, Hebrew, and Moslem ethic, but however desperate I am to claim ownership of a high ideal, I cannot. I wanted, I think, to acknowledge Luck; the chance of it, the benevolence of it in my life, and the brutality of it in the lives of others, made especially savage for children because they may not be allowed the good fortune of a lifetime to correct it.”
- Paul Newman.
I had hoped the rumors of his condition weren’t true. Forget about the film career for a minute, this man did so much for charity, with little publicity, which speaks volumes. Listen up 15 yr old JJ readers, THIS is what a true legend and star is, not the poseurs who usually grace the pages of this blog.
Nooooooo! Worst year ever!
quite right celebrate his life vote on nov.4 ………………….obama-biden
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