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Longtime Friend: Actor Paul Newman Has Cancer
Wednesday June 11, 2008
 Christian Petersen/Getty Images Paul Newman's longtime friend and neighbor says the 83-year-old actor has cancer. Writer A.E. Hotchner — who partnered with Newman to start Newman's Own salad dressing company — tells the Associated Press that Newman told him he had the disease about 18 months ago. Hotchner did not say what kind of cancer. The news comes after the actor released a statement amidst rumors of his failing health. "Newman says he's doing nicely," his rep said in a one-line statement to the press late Tuesday. The actor's health has been under speculation after he cancelled several appearances and appeared gaunt in a photo with Martha Stewart that ran on her Web site. Numerous outlets reported that Newman was diagnosed at Manhattan's Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Last year, Newman announced he was retiring from acting. "I'm not able to work anymore as an actor at the level I would want to," he said on Good Morning America last summer. "You start to lose your memory, your confidence, your invention. So that's pretty much a closed book for me… I've been doing it for 50 years. That's enough." The actor — who has been nominated for nine Oscars and won for the 1986 film The Color of Money — is also known for his philanthropy. He created the Newman's Own brand of organic foods and donated the company's profits to charity. Join Us on Facebook and Twitter for even more up to the minute celebrity news and photos!
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Categories: 35 Comments
8:07 PM
Maga Wade Says:
Thank you for your foundation, which has helped so many. And thank you for "The Long Hot Summer," which is ever dear to me. May Adonai grant you patience in your heavy hours. May He grant peace to you and all who love you.
6:54 AM
MARIA CHIARA-ITALY Says:
Thank you Mr Newman for all that you give me with you acting. You are my favourite actor since i was 12 (now I'm 30 years old). At my house there are all films, a lot of books, posters, newman's own, but you will be for ever in my heart. I pray for you, and i'm close to your wife and your doughters.
7:07 AM
jennifer Says:
Dear Paul,
1:18 PM
Anonymous Says:
Thank you Paul Newman for the hours of entertainment.
1:17 PM
Anonymous Says:
I agree with you 1:42. Why aren't you Americans grabbing your government by their throats and making them do what YOU tell them to? They are there for you, not the other way around. If you don't like them you should get rid of them.
10:26 AM
Anonymous Says:
God Bless you Paul Newman! For even during trying times like this in your life you still put on a brave face. Now, that's a unselfish man...he's known for 18 months and hasn't said a word about it. My God be with you and your family during this difficult time.
8:18 AM
Venise Alstergren Says:
You have given so much pleasure to people with your fine acting-well, your first role wasn't good. Was it called the Chalice? You said something brilliant about it. I just hope that whatever fate deals out to you, it will make it fast. Cheers
6:51 PM
Chistabelle Says:
God bless him for all the joy he gave us. Such a talented and gifted man.
6:05 PM
Anonymous Says:
He is still so handsome! Best wishes to Paul and Joann Woodward!
5:43 PM
Marilyn Says:
I read yesterday that it's lung cancer but I don't know for sure.
4:24 PM
Larice_s Says:
I am so sad to read this about Newman. There have been rumors for some time about his ill health. I wish him well and I hope his health stabilizes. I have "loved" him for so long, he is the most handsome man who ever graced the screen and he was a great actor too, and a very generous man.
3:33 PM
Chicago Fan Says:
My prayers are with Paul and his family. I pray that you are not suffering or in pain; that your treatments are going well and that you will continue to live a blessed life. Paul Newman is one of the most generous actors on the planet. He has given away literally hundreds of millions of dollars and never bosted about it...he gives for the sake of giving and helping others to have a better life; he does not give to get accolades from the press or to promote a movie like some of today's stars. He is a true class act...let's all send him positive energy, love and healing vibes. God bless!
3:33 PM
Arin Says:
I'm so sorry to hear this news. Paul Newman is a wonderful actor and is, and will always be my first true love. I fell for him after watching A Long, Hot Summer when I was 16 years old. I'm now 32 years old and am still over the moon for Paul Newman. God Bless you Paul and your entire family as you deal with this horrible situation. Lastly, thank you for all the wonderful films and for being one of the few men that made my heart race.
3:20 PM
Anonymous Says:
Amen Viper, amen!
2:59 PM
Anonymous Says:
I've seen every Paul Newman movie ever made, and have loved every one of them because he is the best of the best. He is a true gentleman, and a very sexy man. He is also strong, and I know he can overcome any health challenge. He makes this world a more beautiful place. Paul, you are very much a loved man!
2:51 PM
Viper Says:
One of the best human beings in the business; a true star, and so I hope the star of healing and love will always shine down on him! God Bless!
2:48 PM
viper Says:
Paul Newman is one of the most wonderful human beings in the business; he is a star and I hope the star of healing and love will always shine down on him! Bless him!
2:37 PM
TX girl Says:
Paul is my favorite actor and the sexiest man who ever lived! I wish him and his wife all the best. (Also from a 20 something woman)
2:32 PM
Anonymous Says:
I love his organic products! Yummy!
1:42 PM
Bad News Says:
Why are we so stupid in the US? Oil is going to hit $200 a barrel. Gasoline will hit $8 a gallon. Our economy is going down. Jobs will be lost. Inflation will set in. Everything will cost more. WHY ??? Because all our money goes to the Arabs and Chinese and WE ARE NOT ALLOWED TO DRILL OIL IN ALASKA. Save a few Caribou and Kill America. IDIOTS.
1:09 PM
Anonymous Says:
Cool Hand Luke is one of my favorite movies of all times I've seen it like 20 times. Oh and your Mango Peach Salsa rocks Paul!!!!!
1:02 PM
Anonymous Says:
Paul Newman is a good guy for being a part of a lot of charities, including a salad dressing charity, etc.
12:58 PM
jo Says:
My Family Loves Paul Newman movies, we wish him the best of luck.
12:51 PM
Anonymous Says:
A beautiful man-inside and out!
12:49 PM
anne Says:
a real class act... the best of luck to him and his family
12:47 PM
Anonymous Says:
This is one of the most charitable actors alive, who rather than promotiing himself, kept in shadows and let his money go to others. Today's celebrities could take lessons on how to be humble and have class.
12:40 PM
Anonymous Says:
when he was young he was the most gorgeous man. No actor today can compete with the hotness that was young Paul newman
12:37 PM
Anonymous Says:
wow. sad
12:34 PM
toobadsooosad Says:
I wish Paul the best. Wonderful actor. The National Enquirer broke this story in their issue last week. Huh. Funny how people still keep saying everything they print is lies. They break more stories than us mag, star, and tmz combined!
12:32 PM
Anonymous Says:
be well, sir. you're one of the last few true gentlemen left in hollywood. Post new comment |
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