The Death of James Caan: A Tribute to Al Pacino and Hollywood

The Death of James Caan: A Tribute to Al Pacino and Hollywood

When the famous comedian James Caan, best known for his roles in The Godfather or The Miser, died yesterday at the age of 82, many film actors paid tribute to him.

Known for his memorable roles in Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather trilogy, Rob Reiner’s Trouble and Rollerball, American actor James Caan died yesterday at the age of 82.

Following the announcement of his death, many Hollywood stars continue to pay tributes on social media or in the media.

Let’s go back to the most amazing of these farewell messages, often addressed to James Kahn by individuals who were able to build a relationship with him during his career.

Francis Ford Coppola (director of The Godfather)

“Jim is someone who has been with me throughout my life, longer and closer than any other movie star I’ve known. (…) He will always be my old friend from Sunnyside, my co-worker and one of the funniest people I’ve ever met.”

Kathy Bates (Annie Wilkes Interpreter in Trouble)

“I am heartbroken to hear of Jimmy’s passing. I am devastated. I have no words. Thank you, Jimmy. I love you.”

Al Pacino (Michael Corleone’s interpreter in The Godfather)

“Jim was my fictional brother and my lifelong friend. It’s hard to believe he’s gone because he was so vibrant and bold. He was a great actor, a great director and a very dear friend of mine. I miss him.”

Arnold Schwarzenegger (interpreter of John Kruger in Eraserhead)

“James Caan was an icon, a legend. He inspired everyone who was ever in front of the camera. I had the chance to work with him, see his talent and his fantastic sense of humor.”

Stephen King (author of the original novel Misery).

“Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of James Caan, who gave an Oscar-worthy performance as Paul Sheldon in director Rob Reiner’s extraordinary adaptation of Misery.”

Michael Mann (Director of Solitaire)

“What a terrible and tragic loss. Jimmy was not only a great actor, full of dedication and adventurous spirit, he also had a vitality in his being that energized everything. (…).”

Sharon Stone (who shared the stage with James Caan in Claude Lelouch’s Les Uns et les Autres)

“My second job as an actor was with James Caan. We had a lot of fun. From that point on, he was always there for me. Jimmy, I cherish every moment. . May God protect you.”

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