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Oscar-winning American actor William Hurt dies at 71

March 14, 2022
William Hurt
William Hurt

LOS ANGELES — William Hurt, the Oscar-winning star of "Kiss of the Spider Woman," "The Big Chill," and "Broadcast News," has died, his son Will told The Hollywood Reporter.

He was 71.

Gerry Byrne, Hurt's friend, confirmed news of the actor's death to CNN.

"It is with great sadness that the Hurt family mourns the passing of William Hurt, beloved father and Oscar-winning actor, on March 13, 2022, one week before his 72nd birthday," the family said in a statement obtained by Variety. "He died peacefully, among family, of natural causes. The family requests privacy at this time."

No cause of death was shared by the family. Hurt was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2018.

CNN has contacted Hurt's manager and publicist for comment.

Hurt played a variety of roles in classic 1980s films including "Body Heat," "Children of a Lesser God," "Broadcast News" and "The Big Chill."

His most recent roles on screen included General Thaddeus Ross in the Marvel films "The Incredible Hulk," "Captain America: Civil War," "Avengers: Infinity War," "Avengers: Endgame" and "Black Widow."

His portrayal as a gay prisoner in South America in the 1985 movie "Kiss of the Spider Woman" earned him as Oscar as well as a BAFTA Film Award for best actor.

Along with three additional Oscar nominations, Hurt -- who made his film debut in 1980 with Ken Russell's "Altered States" -- was nominated for two Emmys and six Golden Globes throughout his career, according to IMDb. — CNN


March 14, 2022
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