James Caan passed away yesterday at the age of 82. The actor was best known for his portrayal of Santino “Sonny” Corleone, the angry and violent firstborn of Don Vito Corleone, in the film The Godfather (1972) directed by Francis Ford Coppola. For this role, he received an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor. The news was announced by his family.
“It is with great sadness that we inform you of Jimmy’s passing on the evening of July 6,” is the announcement published on the actor’s Twitter account. His manager confirmed the news.
James Caan appeared in many successful films, including Doringo! (1965), El Dorado (1966), $40,000 for Not Dying (1974), Rollerball (1975), That Last Bridge (1977), Violent Streets (1981), Misery (1990), Days of Glory… Days of Love (1991), Provincial Murders (1993), The Eraser (1996), Marlowe: Murder at Poodle Springs (1998), and Dogville (2003). Between 2003 and 2007, he played the lead role of “Big Ed” Deline in the television series Las Vegas.
Francis Ford Coppola’s Farewell
“Jimmy was someone who stretched my life longer and closer than any other film figure I have ever known. From those early days when we worked together on The Rain People, and through all the other milestones of my life, his films and the many great roles he played will never be forgotten. He will always be my old friend from Sunnyside, my collaborator, and one of the funniest people I have ever known.”
Our thoughts and condolences go out to his family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of working with him. His legacy will live on through his works, and his spirit will always remain in the hearts of those who loved him.
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