One of the absolute best the is, was, or ever will be has past away. Paul Newman has died from cancer at the age of 83.
There really isn’t anything that one can say that hasn’t been said about this icon a thousand times before… and each and everyone of them is true. The man was a legend in the business and a benchmark for which all other leading men in Hollywood were measured for decades.
His performance in Cool Hand Luke was one of the first I saw as a kid where I recognized the difference between a normal actor and a GREAT actor.
His “best of” roles reads like a hollywood all-star list of films. We’ve lost one of the titans.
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Ok movies aside that man made the best fucking lemonade ever!
He was a true professional and one of the greatest actors of our time. They don’t make them like him anymore.
Just now there was a news report about it on Israeli news.
What really stood out is his affect on society, how influential entertainment is and how important it is that there are people of his stature as true role models in this business.
RIP
Cool Hand Luke has been my favorite movie ever since the first time I saw it, and his accomplishments on the track will be equally remembered. If you are a racing fan and haven’t seen Super Speedway in HD, narrated by Paul Newman, do yourself a favor and check it out. Exhilirating.
We miss you, Paul.
R.I.P
You will be remembered and entertain many generations for years to come
Today we’ve lost NOT just an exceptional actor, but an exceptional MAN. Paul Newman was a great philanthropist, hobbyist, businessman, husband and father.
Godspeed Mr Newman, you will be missed.
2008 has sucked, Paul Newman was a great actor may he RIP
He had a good old life. We’re getting to that part of history where the real greats of film start leaving us.
RIP Paul Newman, you were one of a kind.
sigh.
R.I.P Sir Paul Hewman.
I hate 2008. We have lost several actors.
“We’ve lost one of the titans.”
Amen.
Condolences to his family.
R.I.P. Paul Newman
Paul I’m going to miss you so much. RIP.
He met his wife when he was very young and they stayed together all this time. That’s dedication – it deserves respect.
I agree with everything said above.
Fuck you 2008, you have taken way too many great people from us.
Paul Newman, may you rest in peace for all eternity.
R.I.P. Paul Newman – you leave behind a legacy of fantastic films.
The man will be remembered for his fine acting, and finer salad dressing.
R.I.P Paul Newman. I actually waiting for his another performance at Cars 2. But now…
R.I.P Paul Newman. One of the greatest actors in the world and maybe one of the most handsome men ever.
RIP to a true legend.
Favorite Newman movie is of course The Sting.
I agree with Darren on that. You owe it to yourself to see’ The Verdict’ if you haven’t. Rest in peace Mr Newman.
The biggest lost to film fans this year. Rest in Peace Fast Eddie.
R.I.P Paul Newman, you ruled in the movie world.
R.I.P Butch Cassidy who that sad. I know he was sick but wow
He was one of the greatest of the greats. RIP Cool Hand.
The Verdict was great and it was a defintive role for him. I’ve always loved The Towering Inferno among many others. RIP Paul!
While Newman was ill for several months, that does not ease the shock and sting of his passing. He was without question one of the best actors ever to walk the face of God’s earth.
My favorite Newman film: The Verdict.
Damn. He was a God among Gods. Valhalla doesn’t deserve him.
=(
This is what I have to say.
1. DAMN 2008!
2. Tis sad news. Paul Newman was perfect in Cars and probably one of the best along side Charlton Heston. May he rest in Peace.
R.I.P Paul Newman
another Great Actor of our time
He had a nice long run. I feel more like celebrating the life rather than mourning the death.
Condolences to his family.
this is sad. Newman truly is one of the greatest actors of all time. R.I.P. my friend.
Wow… I literally just watched The Color of Money two days ago. I watched The Hustler last week.
Strange…