Paul Newman Cancer

Oscar-winning actor and philanthropist Paul Newman died died on September 26, 2008, after a long battle with cancer. A spokesman said Newman died at his home in Westport, Connecticut, surrounded by his family.The Associated Press: Paul Newman, Actor Who Personified Cool, Dies

The legendary actor's close friend and business partner, A.E. Hotchner, told the New York Post on September 30, 2008, that the Newman's body had been cremated and a private funeral service had been held for family and friends.New York Post: Paul Newman Is Greatly Missed by Friends and... (September 30, 2008)

1. Given name: Paul Leonard Newman
2. Born: January 26, 1925
3. Died: September 26, 2008
4. Birthplace: Cleveland, Ohio
5. Spouse: Actress Joanne Woodward
6. Awards: One Oscar, one Emmy and two Golden Globes

In August 2008, reports surfaced that Paul Newman had completed chemotherapy treatments for cancer. The British tabloid the Daily Mail reported that Newman may have had only have weeks to live. The Mail quoted an anonymous "friend" as saying the actor was getting his affairs in order, and that he had told his family he wished to die at home. Newman himself did not confirmed his condition.Mail Online: I want to die at home, Paul Newman tells his family... (August 8, 2008)

On June 11, 2008, the Associated Press released a story claiming that a close friend of Newman's had confirmed his cancer.The Associated Press: AP: Paul Newman's friend says actor has cancer (June 11, 2008)

Later in the day Access Hollywood posted an exclusive reporting that the same informant had denied the AP story.Access Hollywood: Access Exclusive: Newman Friend: 'AP Misquoted Me'...

The AP continued to stand by its story.WTHI News (Terre Haute, IN): AP sticking with Paul Newman cancer story (June 12, 2008)

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