Obituary of Paul Winfield

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Paul Winfield

Paul Winfield (born May 22nd, 1939 in Los Angeles, California) was a Film Actor who was best known for his appearance in the movie "Sounder" and for some stage acting. Paul died on March 7th, 2004 and his death was because of an apparent heart attack. He passed away at age 64.

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Paul Winfield Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Winfield, Paul
    • Common Name: Paul Winfield
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
    • Birth Date: May 22, 1939
    • Age: 64 (at death)
    • Occupation: Film Actor
    • Net Worth: $3 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: White
    • Favorite Scent: Armaf Club De Nuit Intense
    • Favorite Actor: Elizabeth Taylor

    Paul's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Paul Edward Winfield
    • Father: Clarence Winfield (stepfather)
    • Mother: Lois Beatrice Edwards
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Charles Gillan Jr. (partnered 1972-2002, her death)

Death Notice:

  • Date: March 07 2004 at age 64
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart attack
  • Interment: Buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Hollywood Hills, California

Category Tags:

Film ActorAmerican Born on May 22nd Born in 1939 Born in California Died in 2004 Died at age 64 Died from Heart attack

Quotable Quotes:

"Never give up! Failure and rejection are only the first step to succeeding."

"It is our choices, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities."

"Of all the gin joints in all the towns in all the world, she walks into mine."

"I was given a lot of prestige as a distinguished black actor but very little power. They give prestige out by the buckets, but they give power by the teaspoon, just enough to stroke your ego." (IMDB)

"Paul Winfield was an amazing person, always putting others before himself. He was truly loved by all who knew him. May his life be continued in happiness and peace. (V)"

"Paul Winfield was an accomplished actor whose talent and inspiring performances will continue to be celebrated for generations to come. (V)"

"Paul Winfield had a prosperous professional career as an actor and narrated numerous documentaries, but his life tragically came to an end at the age of 64. (V)"

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

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