Columbo Star Peter Falk Dies
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Sad news today for fans of Columbo star Peter Falk–he passed away last night at his home in Beverly Hills. Says Us Weekly,
The Emmy-winning actor was 83. Although family members declined to discuss the cause of death, Falk had been suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and dementia for many years, his adopted daughter Catherine Falk said.
Back in 2009, a judge settled a dispute between Catherine and Falk’s wife, Shera, over conservatorship of the ailing actor.
Falk’s biggest claim to fame was his role as a wry, tough-talking TV detective in Colombo, for which he won four Emmys; he was also nominated for numerous Oscars for his film work.
Falk is survived by Shera (his wife of over 30 years) and daughters Catherine and Jackie, whom he adopted with first wife Alyce Mayo.
I wasn’t around when Columbo was being produced, but I always remember him from his role of Fred Savage’s grandfather in one of the greatest comedy movies ever, The Princess Bride. Rest in peace, Mr. Falk.
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anony
Before they close the casket, he’ll sit up and say, ” Oh–just one more thing….”
Kevin Pollak’s imitation of him is classic.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXvguneDaZ8
Jun 24th, 2011
XYZ
RIP, sir… It breaks my heart, all the good ones are leaving this dimension…
Jun 25th, 2011
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