Obituary of George Kennedy

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George Kennedy

George Kennedy (born February 18th, 1925 in New York City, New York) was a Film Actor who was best known for lots of movies including the 1970s Airport disaster films. George died on February 28th, 2016 and his death was due to heart disease. He was 91 years old.

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George Kennedy Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Kennedy, George
    • Common Name: George Kennedy
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: February 18, 1925
    • Age: 91 (at death)
    • Occupation: Film Actor
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Newman's Own Dressing
    • Favorite Color: Gray
    • Favorite Scent: Black Opium Eau de Parfum
    • Favorite Actor: Peter Sellers

    George's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: George Harris Kennedy, Jr.
    • Father: George Harris Kennedy
    • Mother: Helen A. Kennedy (née Kieselbach)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Joan McCarthy (married 24 August 1978-2015, her death)
      • Norma Wurman (married 22 November 1973-divorced 11 August 1978)
      • Norma Wurman (married 23 June 1959-divorced 1971)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Shaunna Kennedy (with Joan)
      • Taylor Kennedy (adopted)

Death Notice:

  • Date: February 28 2016 at age 91
  • Place: Middleton, Idaho, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart disease

Category Tags:

Film ActorAmerican Born on February 18th Born in 1925 Born in New York Died in 2016 Died at age 91 Died from Heart disease

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"When you think of a movie, most people imagine a two hour finished, polished product. But to get to that two hour product, it can take hundreds or thousands of people many months of full time work." (IMDB)

"George Kennedy was a legendary actor whose contributions to the entertainment industry will always be remembered and cherished. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2024-02-07 16:43:03
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