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James Caan was rarely a star. But he was a remarkable actor's actor who could hold his own among the greats

James Caan, who died last week at 82, was one of those actors who wouldn’t attract mass audiences to a movie just because he was in it. He wasn’t a “star” in the same way we see his contemporaries such as Jack Nicholson, Jane Fonda, Al Pacino or Robert De…

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TV Tinsel: Jim Greayer brings stories of Roman amphitheater to life in 'Colosseum'

When he was a little boy, British filmmaker Jim Greayer wanted to be a medieval knight. “Sometimes when my sisters just wanted to go to the beach or lie by the pool, we’d go off and visit a monastery on a hill, or something like that,” he says.

Tribune News Service

Hollywood bids farewell to three greats united by mafia films and friendship

Tony Sirico, Ray Liotta and James Caan helped to define the modern mob movie

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James Caan: Hollywood legend who played Sonny in ‘The Godfather’

James Caan, a Hollywood leading man of the 1970s who memorably displayed his tough-guy screen presence as the trigger-happy Mafioso Sonny Corleone in The Godfather – but who also proved, beyond his macho exterior, a versatile performer of wry expressiveness and unexpected vulnerability – has died aged 82.

The Independent UK

Will Ferrell visits Fade Street Social in Dublin as he enjoys weekend in the capital

The Hollywood actor and comedian is best known for his roles in Step Brothers and Elf

Dublin Live

Hollywood mourns the loss of three gangster greats: Sirico, Caan and Liotta

Those paying tribute joked that the trio, known for their appearances in mobster classics, would now be having ‘a sit down up in Heaven’.

The Independent UK

James Caan made a writer a rock star

His Paul in "Misery" was glamorous, but the late, great actor also made him edgy and kind

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Remembering James Caan: A tough guy with range, from ‘Brian’s Song’ to Sonny Corleone and dozens more

I remember the talk in the hallways at school the morning after ABC-TV reran “Brian’s Song” sometime in the mid-’70s. Every kid who watched it, or caught it the first time in 1971, said the same thing, more or less, the boys especially. Some variation on a theme of awkward,…

Chicago Tribune

NHL Draft pick Isaac ‘Ice Man’ Howard calls himself ‘best looking guy here,’ wins the night

"I think I'm the best-looking guy here, so I decided to be the best-dressed, too." -- Isaac Howard.

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James Caan obituary

Superb actor whose defining role of Sonny Corleone in The Godfather found echoes in his colourful personal life

The Guardian - UK

James Caan: Remembering the legendary actor’s top films from The Godfather to Elf

The acclaimed US actor died on Wednesday

Evening Standard

Oscar-nominated ‘Godfather’ Actor James Caan Dies at 82

American actor James Caan, who starred as gangster Sonny Corleone in epic mafia film "The Godfather," has died at age 82, his family said in a statement on Thursday. The statement, posted on Caan's official Twitter account, said the actor died Wednesday evening. No cause of death or location were…

Asharq Al-Awsat

If you only know James Caan from Elf, here are the movies you need to watch

To film buffs, James Caan was a screen legend, but to a younger audience he's the grumpy dad from Elf. Here's your guide to his most iconic roles.

ABC News

James Caan, Legendary Actor and Former CFB QB, Has Died

The actor starred in various sports movies, most known for portraying Bears halfback Brian Piccolo, who died of cancer at age 26, in the movie “Brian’s Song.”

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The Independent UK

Bada-bing! Farewell to James Caan, a screen tough guy with a heart as big as his fists

The actor, who has died aged 82, starred in a slew of classics from ‘Thief’ to ‘Misery’ but will be best remembered as the volatile Sonny in ‘The Godfather’. Kevin E G Perry pays tribute to a master of his craft

Chicago Sun-Times

James Caan brought strength and style to some of our greatest films

Over almost six decades, the tough guy excelled in multiple genres and starred in five undeniable classics: ‘The Godfather,’ ‘Brian’s Song,’ ‘The Gambler,’ ‘Thief’ and ‘Misery.’

The Guardian - AU

Morning mail: Boris Johnson resigns, Penny Wong to meet Chinese minister, tissue shortage

Friday: UK prime minister announces resignation, but will stay on until Conservative party finds replacement. Plus: Nick Kyrgios through to first Wimbledon final

Reuters

Oscar-nominated 'Godfather' actor James Caan dies at 82

American actor James Caan, who starred as gangster Sonny Corleone in epic mafia film "The Godfather," has died at age 82, his family said in a statement on Thursday.

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James Caan’s death mourned by ‘Godfather’ director Francis Ford Coppola, stars Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Talia Shire

Francis Ford Coppola, Al Pacino and other members of “The Godfather” family paid tribute to James Caan following his death at age 82.

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More than just Sonny: A look at other great James Caan roles

If you only know James Caan as Santino, you have to answer for that.

Los Angeles Times

Actor James Caan, Oscar-nominated as Sonny Corleone in ‘The Godfather,’ dies at 82

James Caan, the actor known for his Oscar-nominated turn as Sonny Corleone in 1972’s “The Godfather,” along with a host of other tough-guy roles starting in the 1960s, died Wednesday. He was 82.

The Independent UK

Celebrities react to 'Godfather' star James Caan's death

Co-stars and admirers are reacting to the death of “Godfather” star James Caan

Al Jazeera

James Caan, US actor of ‘Godfather’ fame, dies aged 82

Caan, best known for playing Sonny Corleone in 1970s gangster film, The Godfather, died on Wednesday, his family said.

The Guardian - US

James Caan: the hard-working star who mixed the rough with the smooth

The actor has left behind a long, acclaimed career in film, from crime roles in The Godfather and Thief to a fan favourite turn in Rob Reiner’s Misery

Chicago Sun-Times

Actor James Caan, starred in ‘The Godfather,’ ‘Brian’s Song,’ dies at 82

Caan’s role in “The Godfather” in 1972 became his breakout turn, earning him an Oscar nomination for best supporting actor as well as a Golden Globe nomination.

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