R.I.P. Paul Newman - Never Forgotten: a Foster's Home Community

jekylljuice · 09-27-2008, 10:57 AM

I was greatly saddened to learn today that Paul Newman, legendary actor and renowned American icon, lost his battle against lung cancer on Friday at the age of 83. Newman was the star of such cinematic classics as Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Cool Hand Luke and The Sting, though to me he was always most familiar as Sidney J. Mussburger, the antagonist of my all-time favourite movie The Hudsucker Proxy. His wonderful performance is one of the key reasons why I've always loved that movie so much, and the news that he is no longer with us is certainly going to take a while to settle in for me.

I suppose, at the very least, we can take some comfort in the knowledge that Paul lived a long, rich and full life, and was able to give so much to the world within that time...in addition to all those awe-inspiring movie performances, and all his extensive work as a philanthropist, he also produced his own line of food products called "Newman's Own". I've tried some of the biscuits and salad dressings from this range, and they are delicious.

I guess there's nothing else I can say right now except, goodbye Paul, and thank you for everything. You were a great man and will be sorely missed.

koosie · 09-27-2008, 11:23 AM

Aw no. This is the first I've heard, just now. Big shock. Great actor.

Sorry everyone. He even made that 'Road to Perdition' a good film and he's a treat in all those films JJ just mention.

jekylljuice · 09-27-2008, 02:49 PM

I found that I still had some of that "Newman's Own" salad dressing left in my cupboard, so I had it tonight in his honour. I also plan on watching Cool Hand Luke again at some point this week - it's been a while since I last saw it.

Cassini90125 · 09-27-2008, 02:54 PM

I remember him best from Hombre, a fine movie which I haven't seen inages but enjoyed quite a bit. He'll be missed.

xxxClaire · 09-27-2008, 04:33 PM

Yeah, I heard about this earlier today...
That's really upsetting. He was a great actor...

RIP.

Imaginary Light · 09-27-2008, 06:44 PM

Gosh, I knew he's been in bad health lately, but it's still a shame to hear.

R.I.P. Paul.

taranchula · 09-27-2008, 08:41 PM

One of the all time greats, My favorite movie of his was "The Sting"

Missed, he shall be.

Lynnie · 09-27-2008, 10:40 PM

The only movies I remember watching of his were Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and The Sting, yet I've been a big fan of his for his charity work, and he does indeed produce some mighty yummy food. Even dog biscuits! I've also loved his salad dressings, and his chips and salsa. I've also admired him for being happily married for 50 years, and replying to the question "Are you ever tempted to stray?" with "Why would I want to go out for hamburger when I've got prime steak at home?" He had morals, he had compassion, and he had class, on top of his acting talents.

You were a good man Mr. Newman. You've left a great footprint in the heart of the world. And you'll be sorely missed. RIP

jekylljuice · 09-30-2008, 12:55 PM

It's just occurred to me - I wonder how this is going to affect Pixar's recently-annouced sequel to Cars? Paul Newman's voice and presence as Doc Hudson was easily the strongest thing about the original for me, and now that he's completely out of the picture, I'm left feeling even less enthusiastic about the project than I was previously. A part of me strongly believes that the most respectful thing to do would be retire the character of Doc Hudson altogether, rather than try to find someone to impersonate him (I've seen a lot of similar discussion concerning how Jim Varney's absence will be dealt with the upcoming Toy Story 3). I would certainly miss him, but Paul's beautiful and distinctive vocals succeeded in making the role so uniquely his own that I just can't forsee anybody else being able to pull it off satisfactorily.

09-27-2008, 10:57 AM	#1
jekylljuice Executive Weasel Ball jekylljuice was here. Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: the 44th floor (not counting the mezzanine) Posts: 1,568	R.I.P. Paul Newman I was greatly saddened to learn today that Paul Newman, legendary actor and renowned American icon, lost his battle against lung cancer on Friday at the age of 83. Newman was the star of such cinematic classics as Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Cool Hand Luke and The Sting, though to me he was always most familiar as Sidney J. Mussburger, the antagonist of my all-time favourite movie The Hudsucker Proxy. His wonderful performance is one of the key reasons why I've always loved that movie so much, and the news that he is no longer with us is certainly going to take a while to settle in for me. I suppose, at the very least, we can take some comfort in the knowledge that Paul lived a long, rich and full life, and was able to give so much to the world within that time...in addition to all those awe-inspiring movie performances, and all his extensive work as a philanthropist, he also produced his own line of food products called "Newman's Own". I've tried some of the biscuits and salad dressings from this range, and they are delicious. I guess there's nothing else I can say right now except, goodbye Paul, and thank you for everything. You were a great man and will be sorely missed. __________________ That's it, The End, But you'll get over it, My Friend. Last edited by jekylljuice; 09-28-2008 at 10:05 AM.

09-27-2008, 11:23 AM	#2
koosie Moon-Calf It was just imagination Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Northern Britain Posts: 695	Aw no. This is the first I've heard, just now. Big shock. Great actor. Sorry everyone. He even made that 'Road to Perdition' a good film and he's a treat in all those films JJ just mention. __________________ Aw....Snicket

09-27-2008, 02:49 PM	#3
jekylljuice Executive Weasel Ball jekylljuice was here. Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: the 44th floor (not counting the mezzanine) Posts: 1,568	I found that I still had some of that "Newman's Own" salad dressing left in my cupboard, so I had it tonight in his honour. I also plan on watching Cool Hand Luke again at some point this week - it's been a while since I last saw it. __________________ That's it, The End, But you'll get over it, My Friend. Last edited by jekylljuice; 09-27-2008 at 02:53 PM.

09-27-2008, 02:54 PM	#4
Cassini90125 The Postmaster Love gives you courage that's stronger than anything! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Saturn Posts: 6,652	I remember him best from Hombre, a fine movie which I haven't seen inages but enjoyed quite a bit. He'll be missed. __________________ "Frankie! That weird kid is using a flower pot for a cup!" Sailor Moon. Best Anime EVER. Last edited by Cassini90125; 09-27-2008 at 02:54 PM.

09-27-2008, 04:33 PM	#5
xxxClaire Teenage Wasteland Live everyday like you're Glen Coco. Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: New Bark Town Posts: 617	Yeah, I heard about this earlier today... That's really upsetting. He was a great actor... RIP. __________________ ?------?------? ? Long Live Jeremiah ?

09-27-2008, 06:44 PM	#6
Imaginary Light Princess of Zingapore, Wisconsin Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: New York Posts: 1,746	Gosh, I knew he's been in bad health lately, but it's still a shame to hear. R.I.P. Paul. __________________ Facebook Youtube Instagram

09-27-2008, 08:41 PM	#7
taranchula Agent: Deep Bloo You guys have your red headed cartoon crushes and I have mine! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Baconland...er I mean Canada. Posts: 2,772	One of the all time greats, My favorite movie of his was "The Sting" Missed, he shall be. __________________ Founder, Owner, President, Chairman, CEO, CFO and Charter member of the "Never Leave Steve" Fan Club! ~Founded: May 21 2006~

09-27-2008, 10:40 PM	#8
Lynnie Lady of Brightwood Dream maker, wherever you're going I'm going your way Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: The Emerald City, in the Evergreen State, where everything is GREEN Posts: 2,419	The only movies I remember watching of his were Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and The Sting, yet I've been a big fan of his for his charity work, and he does indeed produce some mighty yummy food. Even dog biscuits! I've also loved his salad dressings, and his chips and salsa. I've also admired him for being happily married for 50 years, and replying to the question "Are you ever tempted to stray?" with "Why would I want to go out for hamburger when I've got prime steak at home?" He had morals, he had compassion, and he had class, on top of his acting talents. You were a good man Mr. Newman. You've left a great footprint in the heart of the world. And you'll be sorely missed. RIP __________________ MySpace-Facebook-LiveJournal-Y!Profile-Dragon Cave

09-30-2008, 12:55 PM	#9
jekylljuice Executive Weasel Ball jekylljuice was here. Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: the 44th floor (not counting the mezzanine) Posts: 1,568	It's just occurred to me - I wonder how this is going to affect Pixar's recently-annouced sequel to Cars? Paul Newman's voice and presence as Doc Hudson was easily the strongest thing about the original for me, and now that he's completely out of the picture, I'm left feeling even less enthusiastic about the project than I was previously. A part of me strongly believes that the most respectful thing to do would be retire the character of Doc Hudson altogether, rather than try to find someone to impersonate him (I've seen a lot of similar discussion concerning how Jim Varney's absence will be dealt with the upcoming Toy Story 3). I would certainly miss him, but Paul's beautiful and distinctive vocals succeeded in making the role so uniquely his own that I just can't forsee anybody else being able to pull it off satisfactorily. __________________ That's it, The End, But you'll get over it, My Friend. Last edited by jekylljuice; 09-30-2008 at 12:59 PM.