Legendary actor James Caan, who starred in the Godfather trilogy and other renowned movies like Misery and The Gambler, died on July 6, according to a tweet posted to his official account.
“It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6,” the tweet read. “The family appreciates the outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time.”
His manager, Matt DelPiano, confirmed to The Associated Press that he died on Wednesday. No cause was given.
“Jimmy was one of the greatest. Not only was he one of the best actors our business has ever seen, he was funny, loyal, caring and beloved,” DelPiano said. “Our relationship was always friendship before business. I will miss him dearly and am proud to have worked with him all these years.”
Tributes for Caan began to pour in Thursday morning, with many who worked with him tweeting their memories and condolences.
Rob Reiner, who directed Caan in Misery tweeted, “I loved working with him. And the only Jew I knew who could calf rope with the best of them.”
Slate’s movie critic, Dana Stevens, described Caan as “rugged but sensitive.”
Caan is survived by sons Scott, James, Jacob and Alexander, as well as daughter Tara.
— with files from The Associated Press
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