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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.
the incombustible Canadian performer is dead, According to their loved ones, “at peace” and accompanied in their home in Connecticut (United States) by their wife Elaine Taylor, With whom he married 53 years ago.
Through the same note, one of the best friends of the versatile and renowned artist, Lou Pitt, who was also his agent, has wanted to pay tribute to the protagonist of such iconic films as Smiles and tears -I play the adorable Captain Von Trapp- and, in recent years, critical and public successes such as All the money in the world i Between razors and secrets.
“Chris was an extraordinary man, Who respected and loved his profession deeply and from his traditional style, sharp humor and the magic of words. It was a real national treasure that was always very connected to its Canadian roots. Through his art and humanity, he conquered our hearts and his legendary life will inspire all future generations. He will always be with us, ”says an excerpt from the moving tribute.
Yet his extensive and illustrious film career, Which dates back to 1958, is full of unforgettable feature films and masterful performances, the Hollywood star only received an Oscar and he did so when he was already 82 years old.
In fact, he became the greatest actor in history to achieve the golden statuette in 2011, for his secondary role in the film Beginners (2010).
later, Christopher Plummer re-established a new record by standing as the oldest candidate in the interpretive categories of the Academy: At 88 years old, the actor was very close to winning his second award for the aforementioned All the money in the world (2017).
His first nomination for the big Hollywood date came in 2010, for his work in The last station (2009).