Hollywood legend Paul Newman dead at 83
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NEW YORK (AFP) — Paul Newman, known for his piercing blue eyes, boyish good looks and stellar performances in scores of hit Hollywood movies, has died, his foundation said Saturday. He was 83.
Newman, who had been battling cancer, passed away on Friday, Newman’s Own Foundation said in a statement from Westport, Connecticut.
Tributes to Newman began flowing in from around the globe, with friends, co-stars and celebrities hailing an “exemplary life.”
Robert Redford , Newman’s friend and co-star in the much-loved films “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” and “The Sting,” led the tributes.
There is a point where feelings go beyond words,” the 72-year-old was quoted as saying by the Entertainment Tonight news show. “I have lost a real friend. My life — and this country — is better for his being in it.”
My thoughts an prayers are with his friends and family – truly a great man. I grew up admiring Paul Newman. Thank you for sharing him with us.
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