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Acclaimed Actor James Caan Of 'Godfather' Fame Dies Acclaimed Actor James Caan Of 'Godfather' Fame Dies
Acclaimed Actor James Caan Of 'Godfather' Fame Dies James Caan, the New York-born actor best-known for his highly acclaimed roles in “The Godfather,” “Elf,” and “Misery,” has died at the age of 82. His death was announced on Caan's official Twitter account: “It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6. The family appreciates the outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time." Caan, who will forever be known for playing “Sonny” Corleone, the brother to Al Pacino’s Michael, in the "Godfather," was honored for his work …

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by Kathy Reakes
Neighbors
Weston's Christopher Plummer, Westport Native Justin Paul Score Oscar Noms Weston's Christopher Plummer, Westport Native Justin Paul Score Oscar Noms
Weston's Christopher Plummer, Westport Native Justin Paul Score Oscar Noms WESTON, Conn. -- Weston resident Christopher Plummer was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor on Tuesday, while Westport native Justin Paul was nominated for Best Original Song. Plummer was nominated for his role as J. Paul Getty in "All the Money in the World." The role had previously been played by Kevin Spacey, but when sexual misconduct allegations against Spacey surfaced in the fall, director Ridley Scott re-shot his scenes with Plummer. Plummer, 88, was nominated for a Golden Globe for the role, but lost to Sam Rockwell. Paul, a 2003 Staples grad, was nom…

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by Casey Donahue