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Title: Bill Paxton Dead at 61 Due to Complications from Surgery
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People Movies
URL Source: http://people.com/movies/bill-paxto ... -complications-surgery-age-61/
Published: Feb 26, 2017
Author: Stephanie Petit and Maria Mercedes Lara
Post Date: 2017-02-26 12:34:51 by Stoner
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Views: 784
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Email Actor Bill Paxton died due to complications from surgery, PEOPLE confirms. “It is with heavy hearts we share the news that Bill Paxton has passed away due to complications from surgery,” a family representative said in a statement. “A loving husband and father, Bill began his career in Hollywood working on films in the art department and went on to have an illustrious career spanning four decades as a beloved and prolific actor and filmmaker. Bill’s passion for the arts was felt by all who knew him, and his warmth and tireless energy were undeniable. We ask to please respect the family’s wish for privacy as they mourn the loss of their adored husband and father.” The Texas native, who was nominated for an Emmy for his work in the TV mini-series Hatfields and McCoys, began acting in the 1970s. His earliest acting credits include minor roles in blockbusters such as Terminator (1984) and Aliens (1986). Paxton’s fame rose in the 1990s thanks to roles such as Morgan Earp in Tombstone (1993), Fred Haise in Apollo 13 (1995), the lead role in the 1996 hit Twister and as treasure hunter Brock Lovett in Titanic (1997). Amblin/Universal/Warners/REX/Shutterstock His television credits include a lead role in HBO’s Big Love, for which he earned three Golden Globe nominations, as well as Hatfields and McCoys. Paxton’s final big-screen role will be in the thriller The Circle, which is currently in post-production, alongside Emma Watson and Tom Hanks. Paxton said in a 2007 interview with PEOPLE that he and Hanks kept in touch after costarring in Apollo 13 — and Hanks was an executive producer of Big Love. “We write each other letters,” said Paxton. “I love that I’m working for Tom again. [Apollo 13] forged an alliance.” The actor is survived by his two children, James and Lydia Paxton, and his wife of 30 years Louise Newbury. Universal/REX/Shutterstock Think Factory Media/REX/Shutterstock Paxton’s son was recently tapped to join the actor in his new CBS drama. “I was thrilled to have my son [James, 22,] guest-star on the eighth episode of Training Day,” Paxton told PEOPLE earlier this month. “He plays the son in a father-son robbery team, and my character, whose dad was also a criminal, tells him, ‘We’re both our father’s sons, but that doesn’t have to define us.’ It was surreal saying that to him.” Gregg DeGuire/WireImage Paxton was starring with Justin Cornwell in the new cop drama Training Day, which picks up 15 years after the 2001 Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawke film of the same name. Paxton also spoke with PEOPLE about his latest TV obsession. “I loved watching Stranger Things with my daughter [Lydia, 19],” he said. “But I had surgery last spring and binge-watched all of Downton Abbey while I was recuperating. I got so engrossed in it, I was devastated when I got to the end.” At 8 years old, Paxton witnessed a speech given by President John F. Kennedy the morning of his assassination. During the 2007 AFI Dallas International Film Festival, the actor shared recently discovered photos of himself as a young boy perched on the shoulders of a man who offered him a lift so he could see the president speak n the parking lot of the Hotel Texas in Fort Worth. Devastated by the sudden loss of my close friend and one of the finest actors in the business, Bill Paxton. Renaissance man, raconteur and — Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) February 26, 2017 uniquely American national treasure. His filmography speaks for itself. His friendship was a blessing. My love to Bunny, James and Lydia. — Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) February 26, 2017 In his memory, on this Oscar Sunday, watch "One False Move" or "A Simple Plan" to see this lovely leading man, at his finest. — Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) February 26, 2017 Celebrity pals such as Rob Lowe, who starred alongside Paxton in the 1995 film Frank and Jesse, took to social media to mourn the loss of the veteran actor. “Devastated by the sudden loss of my close friend and one of the finest actors in the business, Bill Paxton. Renaissance man, raconteur and uniquely American national treasure,” Lowe wrote in a series of tweets. “His filmography speaks for itself. His friendship was a blessing. My love to Bunny, James and Lydia.” He continued, “In his memory, on this Oscar Sunday, watch ‘One False Move’ or ‘A Simple Plan’ to see this lovely leading man, at his finest.” May God bless his family, and may he RIP !!!
So sad to hear this bad news. My son & I really liked him. Will always remember his roles in Twister, Aliens, Terminator, Navy Seals, Apollo 13, True Lies, Predator 2, and Tombstone. He just had a subtle way of humor, a lot of great one liners.
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#1. To: Stoner (#0)
Oh no! Not "The Extreme"? I liked his movies. I used to get him confused with Bill Pullman, the guy from "Independence Day". RIP Mr. Paxton. WOW! Married to the same woman for 30 years,and in Hollywood. That is as impressive as any of the movies he has been in. And I am not trying to be funny or sarcastic. BOYCOTT PAYPAL AND CLOSE YOUR PP ACCOUNTS NOW! ENCOURAGE OTHERS TO DO SO,TOO! ISLAM MEANS SUBMISSION! Why is democracy held in such high esteem when it’s the enemy of the minority and makes all rights relative to the dictates of the majority? (Ron Paul,2012) American Indians had open borders. Look at how well that worked out for them.
Did you see, A Bright Shining Lie….an 1998 American television film based on Neil Sheehan's book of the same name and the true story of John Paul Vann's experience in the Vietnam War. Paxton played John Paul Vann. If not, you can watch it on YouTube at: Or, order the DVD from Amazon:
Good role in Twister and in True Lies.
I know I read the book a long,long time ago,and MAY have seen the movie. Thanks for the You Tube links. BOYCOTT PAYPAL AND CLOSE YOUR PP ACCOUNTS NOW! ENCOURAGE OTHERS TO DO SO,TOO! ISLAM MEANS SUBMISSION! Why is democracy held in such high esteem when it’s the enemy of the minority and makes all rights relative to the dictates of the majority? (Ron Paul,2012) American Indians had open borders. Look at how well that worked out for them.
Just found out that Bill Paxton produced, directed and starred in the video for that whacky song "Fish Heads" from 1978.
It is remarkable for any couple to stay married that long anymore,regardless of where they live or what they do. Seems like most of the people I know are on their 3rd marriages before they start accepting responsibility,and I know one woman on her 6th marriage that is cruising for a new husband while still married to number 6. And none of those people are celebrities. The one that is on husband number 6 now is a devout Church Lady. Or at least pretends/wants to be. In the entire history of the world,the only nations that had to build walls to keep their own citizens from leaving were those with leftist governments.
I'll bet she puts out like a Coke machine. Put in money.
“Truth is treason in the empire of lies.” - Ron Paul
Those who most loudly denounce Fake News are typically those most aggressively disseminating it.
#2. To: Stoner (#0)
The actor is survived by his two children, James and Lydia Paxton, and his wife of 30 years Louise Newbury
#3. To: sneakypete (#2)
John Paul Vann in VietNam (part 1)
John Paul Vann in VietNam (part 2)
John Paul Vann in Vietnam (part 3)
John Paul Vann in Vietnam (part 4)
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field- keywords=a+bright+shinning+lie
#4. To: Deckard (#1)
#5. To: Gatlin (#3)
Did you see, A Bright Shining Lie….an 1998 American television film based on Neil Sheehan's book of the same name and the true story of John Paul Vann's experience in the Vietnam War. Paxton played John Paul Vann.
#6. To: Stoner, sneakypete, redleghunter, (#0)
“Truth is treason in the empire of lies.” - Ron Paul
Those who most loudly denounce Fake News are typically those most aggressively disseminating it.
#7. To: All (#2)
WOW! Married to the same woman for 30 years,and in Hollywood. That is as impressive as any of the movies he has been in.
#8. To: sneakypete (#7)
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