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09/27/2008 (11:49 am)

Legendary Actor Paul Newman Dies 1925 – 2008

It is with great sadness we share with you the death of legendary Hollywood icon Paul Newman from cancer at age 83. The Oscar-winning (The Color Of Money) actor whose on-screen charisma was only eclipsed by his off-screen philanthropy died his home last night from complications of cancer. In recent months Glosslip’s k has written about reports of Newman’s ailing health, as well as, he and his wife, fellow actress Joanne Woodward celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.

Newman and wife Joanne started a food-based company in 1982 called “Newman’s Own” that donated all profits to various charities. All in all, through this company, Newman donate more than $250 million to wonderful causes, including a camp he helped set for gravely ill children. A camp Newman visited regularly where he spent time with sick children and oversaw the good works being done there.

I am sure k will have more to say on this matter. Like me, k considers Paul Newman a hero in all walks of his life.

Posted by D
Filed under: Philanthropy, R.I.P, Real Heroes

5 Comments

  1. Stunningly gorgeous, outrageously funny and talented, generous, Paul Newman was one of a kind. Today’s “stars” pale in comparison.

    Comment by Rachel — September 27, 2008 @ 12:24 pm

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  2. I’ve always had the utmost respect for Paul Newman. He lived his life full and well. He had such marvelous talent, and was given great fortune. He could have left it at that, but he never forgot the importance of giving something back. Rachel, you are definitely right, today’s…”stars”…are not even in the same league with this man. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.

    Comment by Ann — September 27, 2008 @ 1:42 pm

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  3. Well, I am so sad. Newman was one of my all time favorites. Cool Hand Luke and Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid being among my all time favorite movies. He was a total hunk, an incredible actor,he had a shit load of class,he was a a humanitarian, and just plain all around cool guy. Rest in peace my dear man……. you will be sadly missed!

    Comment by Shakin' It Boss — September 27, 2008 @ 8:27 pm

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  4. Very, very sad news indeed. I’m very sorry to hear this.

    I have nothing I can add, other than I am glad he could die with dignity. My prayers are with his lovely wife and their family.

    Comment by k — September 27, 2008 @ 10:38 pm

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  5. A person who made a difference. Very rare. God speed.

    Comment by Jessica — September 30, 2008 @ 4:08 am

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