Obituary of Henry Fonda

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Henry Fonda

Henry Fonda (born May 16th, 1905 in Grand Island, Nebraska) was a Film Actor who was known for having a show business career that spanned five decades on Broadway and in Hollywood movies. Henry died on August 12th, 1982 and his eventual death was due to heart disease. He was 77 years old at the time.

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Henry Fonda Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Fonda, Henry
    • Common Name: Henry Fonda
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Grand Island, Nebraska, United States
    • Birth Date: May 16, 1905
    • Age: 77 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1928-1981
    • Political Affiliation: Democrat
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Sky Blue
    • Favorite Scent: Versace Eros
    • Favorite Actor: Robert Downey Jr

    Henry's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Henry Jaynes Fonda
    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Margaret Sullavan ​(married 1931-divorced 1933)​
      • Frances Seymour Brokaw ​(married 1936-died 1950)​
      • Susan Blanchard ​(married 1950-divorced 1956)​
      • Afdera Franchetti ​(married 1957-divorced 1961)​
      • Shirlee Mae Adams ​(married 1965-1982, his death)
    • Son(s):
    • Daughter(s):

Death Notice:

  • Date: August 12 1982 at age 77
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart failure
  • Interment: Cremated

Category Tags:

Film ActorStage Actor American Born on May 16th Born in 1905 Born in Nebraska Died in 1982 Died at age 77 Died from Heart failure

Quotable Quotes:

"I don't want to just sell war bonds. I want to be a sailor." (IMDB)

"Mr. Fonda's remarkable life and legacy will always be remembered by all his old and withered fans for his talent, kindness, and influence in the entertainment industry. (V)"

"During his professional life, Henry Fonda, an accomplished actor known for his portrayal of honest and relatable characters, sadly passed away after battling an illness. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-22 12:00:37
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