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Director Mark Rydell, Behind On Golden Pond and The Rose, Dies at 97
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Director Mark Rydell, Behind On Golden Pond and The Rose, Dies at 97

Mark Rydell, the Oscar-nominated director of On Golden Pond and The Rose, died in Los Angeles at age 97 from natural causes, his passing revealed by Bette Midler on Instagram. A former actor who shifted to directing, he helmed films such as The Fox, The Reivers, Cinderella Liberty, The River and For The Boys, earning an Academy Award nomination for On Golden Pond. The Rose helped catapult Midler to stardom and led to further collaborations with Rydell. He also worked extensively in television and produced several projects. Survivors include his three children, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Actor Frederic Forrest, known for roles in Coppola films and 'The Rose,' dies at 86.
entertainment3 years ago

Actor Frederic Forrest, known for roles in Coppola films and 'The Rose,' dies at 86.

Frederic Forrest, a character actor known for his supporting roles in movies and TV shows, has died at the age of 86. He was best known for his roles in Francis Ford Coppola's "Apocalypse Now" and "The Rose," for which he received an Oscar nomination. Forrest appeared in over 80 movies and TV shows, often playing lawmen, killers, and psychopathic heavies. Despite seldom being cast in leading roles, he found critical acclaim as a character actor.

Actor Frederic Forrest, Co-Star of 'The Rose' and 'Apocalypse Now,' Dies at 86.
entertainment3 years ago

Actor Frederic Forrest, Co-Star of 'The Rose' and 'Apocalypse Now,' Dies at 86.

Bette Midler confirmed on Twitter that her co-star in the 1979 film The Rose, Frederic Forrest, has passed away at the age of 86. Forrest was previously nominated for an Oscar for his work in the film. He was also known for his role in Francis Ford Coppola's Apocalypse Now. A GoFundMe page was started in 2022 to help fundraise for caregiving funds for the actor, which raised over $57,000.

entertainment3 years ago

Actor Frederic Forrest Passes Away at 86.

Actor Frederic Forrest, best known for his collaborations with Francis Ford Coppola in films like Apocalypse Now and The Conversation, has died at the age of 86. Forrest also starred in The Rose alongside Bette Midler, for which he received a Golden Globe and Academy Award nomination. He worked steadily throughout the 1980s and '90s before retiring from acting in the mid-2000s. Coppola penned a tribute to him, calling him a "sweet, much beloved person, a wonderful actor and a good friend."

Beloved 'Apocalypse Now' and 'The Rose' actor Frederic Forrest dies at 86.
entertainment3 years ago

Beloved 'Apocalypse Now' and 'The Rose' actor Frederic Forrest dies at 86.

Frederic Forrest, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in films like Apocalypse Now and The Rose, has died at the age of 86. Bette Midler, his co-star in The Rose, confirmed the news and praised him as a "remarkable actor" and "brilliant human being." Forrest received an Academy Award nomination for his role in The Rose and was known for his long working relationship with director Francis Ford Coppola.

Actor Frederic Forrest Dies at 86, Co-Stars Mourn Loss
entertainment3 years ago

Actor Frederic Forrest Dies at 86, Co-Stars Mourn Loss

Actor Frederic Forrest, known for his roles in "The Rose" and "Apocalypse Now," has passed away at the age of 86. His cause of death has not been disclosed. Bette Midler, his co-star in "The Rose," paid tribute to him on Twitter, calling him a "remarkable actor" and a "brilliant human being." Forrest was nominated for an Oscar for his role in "The Rose" and appeared in numerous films throughout his career.

Actor Frederic Forrest Passes Away at 86.
entertainment3 years ago

Actor Frederic Forrest Passes Away at 86.

Bette Midler announced the death of her "The Rose" co-star Frederic Forrest, with whom she starred in her dramatic film debut over 40 years ago. Forrest, who died at 86, was a remarkable actor and a brilliant human being. He was well-known for his roles in "Apocalypse Now" and "Valley Girl," among others. Forrest was married and divorced twice, including a three-year marriage to actress Marilu Henner.