Obituary of Burt Kennedy

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Burt Kennedy

Burton Raphael Kennedy (born September 3, 2001 in Muskegon, Michigan) was a screenwriter and film director who was best known for directing many American western movies for which he was named “the best western writer ever.” Burt died on February 15, 2001 and his death was because of cancer. He died at age 78.

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Burt Kennedy Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Kennedy, Burt
    • Common Name: Burt Kennedy
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Muskegon, Michigan, United States
    • Birth Date: September 03, 1922
    • Age: 78 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Net Worth: $1-$5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Lime
    • Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb
    • Favorite Actor: Diane Keaton

    Burt's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Burton Raphael Kennedy
    • Father: Clarence Klaude Kennedy
    • Mother: Luella Mary Kennedy
    • Brother(s):
      • four
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: February 15 2001 at age 78
  • Place: Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Cancer
  • Interment: Buried at Arlington National Cemetery on March 2, 2001

Category Tags:

ScreenwriterFilm Director American Born on September 3rd Born in 1922 Born in Michigan Died in 2001 Died at age 78 Died from Cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"[c. 1985, on Kirk Douglas] . . . he's tough, too; the people who are good are the ones that can be difficult. I remember one day we had to stop filming on The War Wagon (1967) to do a special promo film with John Wayne when Ronald Reagan was standing for governor. Kirk at that time was a Democrat; I think that now Kirk is a Reagan man." (IMDB)

"Burt Kennedy lived a life dedicated to storytelling and leaving a lasting impact on the film industry, his legacy will continue to inspire future generations. (V)"

"Burt Kennedy had a successful career as a filmmaker, screenwriter, and television director, but his life was cut short at the age of 78 due to complications from a long battle with cancer. (V)"

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