Actor James Kahn ("The Godfather") has died at the age of 82
The American Jewish actor, who was nominated for an Oscar for his role as Sonny Corleone in Francis Ford Coppola's award-winning film, has died at the age of 82. In addition, he has starred in films such as "Misery," "Rainmen," "Funny" and many others.
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07/07/2022
Thursday, 07 July 2022, 20:40 Updated: 20:47
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James Kahn (Photo: GettyImages, Tibrina Hobson)
Jewish American actor James Kahn has died at the age of 82. The official Twitter account of Khan's death has read: "We are very saddened to announce the death of Jimmy on the evening of July 6. The family wholeheartedly appreciates the outburst of love and condolences May you continue to respect her privacy during this difficult time. "
Cannes has sold dozens of films starring him over the years.
He bought most of his fame as Sonny Corleone in Francis Ford Coppola's award-winning film, The Godfather, which this year marks 50 years since its release.
That same year he also starred in the TV movie "Brian's Song," in which he played football player Brian Piccolo, who contracted cancer.
The film, which was the most-watched broadcaster ever in the United States until that time in 1972, won five Emmy Awards, including Best Broadcaster and Best Actor for Cannes for his role.
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Cannes in his youth (Photo: GettyImages, FilmPublicityArchive / United Archive)
In addition, Cannes starred in films such as "Misery" (1990), "Yesterday, Today and Forever" (1991), "Rainmen" (1969), "The Gambler" (1974), "Funny" (1975), "Thief" ( 1981), "One Bridge Too Far" (1977), "A Wild and Free Rider Comes" (1969), "Mickey Blue Eyes" (1999), "Honeymoon in Las Vegas" (1992) "Corrupt Streets" (2000), " The way of the gun "(2002)," small on it "(2003).
He also starred in the series "Las Vegas," which aired for five seasons on NBC.
Finally: he also starred in the series "Las Vegas," which aired for five seasons on NBC between 2003 and 2008.
Cannes has continued to work in recent years and has starred in a variety of films, some of which are even expected to come out after his death.
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