James Caan’s official Twitter account announces the actor died yesterday at the age of 82, he was Emmy and Oscar-nominated.
James Caan first appeared on screen back in 1961 in the television series Naked City and was working all the way up until his passing on projects such as Fast Charlie, Redemption, and Acre Beyond the Rye. That puts him at 61 years of working in the film industry.
In between those years he was hailed for his notable performances in films such as Thief, The Godfather, RollerBall, Misery, Brian’s Song, and The Red Maple Leaf. During these roles, he was nominated for an Oscar, a Primetime Emmy, a Saturn Award, and won a Golden Scroll award among many others. Alongside these heavy hitters, Caan would appear in other well-known movies such as Elf, E.T., Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs, Hawaii Five-O, and Get Smart.
Caan also appeared in several animated shows, as himself, such as The Simpsons and Family Guy.
James Caan was born in the Bronx, New York in 1940 and attended the Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre and
Rhodes Preparatory School before moving on to Michigan State University and Hofstra University for his secondary education.
Caan was survived by five children Scott Caan, Jacob Nicholas Caan, Alexander James Caan, James Arthur Caan, and Tara A. Caan. The actor had four wives over the course of his life— Linda Stokes (m. 1995–2009) Sheila Caan (m. 1976–1977) Ingrid Hajek (m. 1990–1995) Dee Jay Mathis (m. 1961–1966).
The Godfather actor’s death was announced by his official Twitter account, which confirmed he died yesterday, July 6th. No further details surrounding his death have been given
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“It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6.
The family appreciates the outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time.”
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6.
The family appreciates the outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time.
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— James Caan (@James_Caan) July 7, 2022
