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09-27-2008, 12:12 PM
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Probably most of us here grew up with icons like Paul Newman who seemed bigger than life and yet if you ever had the chance to meet them in person they were class acts.
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09-27-2008, 12:46 PM
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A truly wonderful actor, an amazingly benevolent human being and an absolute gentleman.
My neighbors had the opportunity to spend a day and evening with Mr. & Mrs. Newman about 5 years ago. They go on and on about how nice and friendly the Newman's were and made everyone around them feel comfortable and welcome, just as though they'd know you for years. Paul's portrayal of the Attorney in The Verdict was memorable.
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09-27-2008, 03:42 PM
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On one hand, there was the quality of his acting. Then there were the 'other' things he did in his life.
Food sales. I saw the figure $250 million somewhere when they mentioned his charitable contributions. Race car driving, both a hobby and a sideline. And finally, and most universally, a long and happy marriage to Joanne Woodward, in the face of fame and work. "A life well lived" is the only phrase I can think of. And we got to share the joys of his work. C
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09-27-2008, 03:53 PM
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He was a real personality down here with the Baja 1000 after being involved on different levels before actually driving in one himself. After his first trip to Baja he took on some local charities in which he became involved as a lifelong benefactor. He did it with no news conferences or photo shoots to draw attention to himself. He did it because that was where his heart was.
Truly one of a kind...
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09-27-2008, 07:10 PM
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RIP Sir...
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09-27-2008, 07:35 PM
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Great actor, wonderful human being. He will be missed.
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09-27-2008, 09:10 PM
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i met Mr Newman and his wife Joanne at Lime Rock they had a R/v in a roped off area and i said "Mr. Newman..good luck..he and hi wife walked over shook hands and thanked me, Paul walked away and Joann stayed and chatted a few minutes . she said "Paul gets a lil edgy before a race"...such nice down to earth people..you would never know he was a rich and famous couple...RIP In peace to a great great man
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09-27-2008, 09:10 PM
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Legendary actor, great man, fellow Ohioan. If there is anyone whom I can find no fault with, it's Mr. Newman.
I'll see you when I get there, Paul. God Bless. Dave
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09-27-2008, 09:30 PM
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I am so sad. A great actor and a real mensch. I will miss him. I'll think of him every time I eat his spaghetti sauce, fantastic salad dressings, popcorn (the best!), lemonade...
I read his book, "Shameless Exploitation in Pursuit of the Common Good", the story of Newman's Own Foods. It's a great read. He seemed like he would be a great guy to hang out with. I feel like I lost a great friend. See ya, Paul.
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