Character actor Charles Durning, creator of memorable parts in Tootsie, The Sting, and North Dallas Forty passed away today at 89.
In addition to being a prolific actor, Charles Durning was a WWII veteran of the Normandy invasion. He received the Silver Star for valor and three Purple Hearts.
The New York Times has a great write up of the man and his career here.
Rest in peace, Mr. Durning. And thank you for your service.
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Will always remember Durning's character in "O Brother, Where Art Thou," who being corrupt instead of racist was the lesser of two evil politicians. www.quodestasedixit.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteThat was a great movie. Very loosely modeled after Homer's Odyssey.
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