Paul Newman Dead: Cool Hand Luke dies of cancer

Paul Newman famous for playing Cool Hand Luke has died of cancer; he lost his battle aged 83. Newman died on Friday while at his home in Westport, Connecticut.

Paul Newman also starred in a number of other movie roles, from The Hustler, ‘Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and The Sting. Newman also did a lot of charity work and was a keen motorsport fan.

Paul Newman was born on January 26, 1925, in Shaker Heights, Ohio. In his long career in movies, Newman received 10 Academy Award nominations. Paul Newman is survived by his wife, actress Joanne Woodward, and five children.

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