Obituary of Bill Paxton

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Bill Paxton

Bill Paxton (born May 17th, 1955 in Fort Worth, Texas) was a Film Actor who was best known for various American films including Apollo 13 and Aliens. Bill died on February 25, 2017 and his death was due to complications following heart surgery. He was 61 years old.

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Bill Paxton Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Paxton, Bill
    • Common Name: Bill Paxton
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Fort Worth, Texas, United States
    • Birth Date: May 17, 1955
    • Age: 61 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Wild Bill, Knuckles
    • Occupations:
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Lays Ripple Chips
    • Favorite Color: Lilac
    • Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb
    • Favorite Actor: Judi Dench

    Bill's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: William Paxton
    • Father: John Lane Paxton (1920-November 17, 2011)
    • Mother: Mary Lou Paxton (née Gray)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Louise Newbury (married 1987-2017, his death)
      • Kelly Rowan (married 2 October 1979-divorced 22 July 1980)
    • Son(s):
      • James Paxton (born 1994)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Lydia Paxton (born 19 December 1997)

Death Notice:

  • Date: February 25 2017 at age 61
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Stroke (following surgery)
  • Interment: Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Hollywood Hills, California

Category Tags:

Film ActorFilmmaker American Born on May 17th Born in 1955 Born in Texas Died in 2017 Died at age 61 Died from Stroke

Quotable Quotes:

"It's very liberating to be naked in front of a hundred people, but there's nothing sexual about lovemaking on a movie set..." (IMDB)

"You can't help but feel at a loss after watching the film Bill Paxton Life and Death. It leaves you with an unanswered question and a sense of sadness. (V)"

"Bill Paxton was one of the most well-known and respected actors of his era. However, he passed away at the age of 83 after a brief but exhaustive battle with cancer. (V)"

" Paxton's life and death was a difficult decision, but we feel it was the best course of action. (V)"

"Bill Paxton was an incredibly talented actor who brought heart and authenticity to every role he played, leaving a lasting impact on the world of film and television. Even though he is no longer with us, his legacy will continue to live on through his timeless performances and the memories of those who were lucky enough to know him. (V)"

Is Mr. Bill Paxton still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Bill Paxton at IMDB

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-05-23 13:59:22
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