Hollywood Legend Paul Newman Dies of Cancer

Legendary actor and humanitarian Paul Newman has died of cancer aged 83.

The actor, who was a mentor to artists and social activists, passed away at his home in Westport, Connecticut on September 26 surrounded by family.

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Paul Newman, battling lung cancer, has finished a chemotherapy course and returned home. He has been given only few weeks to live and he has apparently told his family he would prefer to die at home.

The 83-year-old, who married wife Joanne Woodward 50 years ago, made more than 60 films and had been nominated for 10 Oscars.

Starring in classics such 'The Hustler', 'Hud', 'The Verdict', 'The Colour of Money', the Hollywood legend has several awards to his credit including Best Actor Oscar, an Academy Award, 2 Golden Globe Awards and Cannes Film Festival Award.

"Cinema wouldn't have been the same if he hadn't come along," Telegraph quoted double Oscar-winner Kevin Spacey, as saying.

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"It was a terrific body of work which continued right into the latter part of his life.

"If anyone asks about the craft of cinema acting all you have to say is -- go get Cool Hand Luke, go get The Hustler, go get Hud," he added.

Paul Newman Donates Ten Thousand Pounds
Hollywood actor Paul Newman has donated 10,000 pounds to a breast cancer unit of the National health service(NHS).

Newman, who dominated the swinging sixties with his striking good looks and his rebellious personality, was honoured with a third Oscar in 1993 for his humanitarian endeavours.

As of early 2006, his franchise had made more than 108 million pounds in donation.

Paul Newman Donates to Help Breast Cancer Patients
Hollywood legend Paul Newman has contributed around 20,000 pounds to help breast cancer patients in south west Wales.

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