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The legendary actor Christopher Plummer died last Friday at the age of 91, as confirmed by his family in a statement.
an incombustible Canadian performer has died, according to loved ones, “at peace” and accompanied to his home in Connecticut (United States) by his wife Elaine Taylor, whom he married 53 years ago.
By the same note, one of the best friends of the versatile and famous artist, Lou Pitt, who was also his agent, wanted to pay tribute to the protagonist of such iconic films as Smiles and tears -Performed the nice captain Von Trapp and, in recent years, critical and public success, All the money in the world Yes Between knives and secrets.
“Chris was an extraordinary man, who respected and loved his profession deeply and in his traditional style, sharp humor and the magic of words. It was a real national treasure that has always been closely linked to its Canadian roots. Through his art and humanity, he has won our hearts and his legendary life will inspire all future generations. He will always be with us “, reads an excerpt from the emotional tribute.
Although his vast and illustrious film career, dating back to 1958, is full of unforgettable feature films and masterpieces, the Hollywood star received only an Oscar and he did it when he was 82 years old.
Actually, he became the oldest actor in history to win the gold statuette in 2011, for his supporting role in the film Beginners (2010).
Later, Christopher Plummer set a new record by establishing himself as the oldest candidate in the performance categories of the Academy: at the age of 88, the actor was very close to winning the second prize for those mentioned above All the money in the world (2017).
His first nomination at the big Hollywood meeting came in 2010, for his work in The last station (2009).