RIP - Paul Newman 1925-2008

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RIP - Paul Newman 1925-2008

Actor, racer, philanthropist and all-around great human being Paul Newman has died. Newman was 83 years old and is believed to have been diagnosed with cancer in 2007. His acting career spanned more than half a century and included roles such as "Fast" Eddie Felson, Cool Hand Luke, and Louisiana Gov Earl Long among many, many others. His Newman's Own food line has raised more than $200 million for charity. His partnership with Carl Haas owning race teams in Can-Am and Indy Cars lasted over 25 years and Newman himself won countless races in various national and international classes. Last month, Newman, a longtime Connecticut resident, went out to Lime Rock Park to take some final laps in his Corvette. We'll miss you Paul!

[KTL]

There goes a legend. I always felt he was like another Steve McQueen. God bless him. His name will live on for certain- iconically.

[silverc4s]

A life well lived. Our prayers for strength and love to all of his family.

[Tim Walsh]

RIP Paul. I'd like to think I was at the right place to hear the news.. At the Paddock of VIR, which he has called "heaven on earth", having just finished some touring laps in a Porsche. Never met the guy, but I've heard is was the epitome of class, and just wanted to me one of the guys