Obituary of Pete Hamill

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Pete Hamill

Pete Hamill (born June 24th, 1935 in Brooklyn, New York) was a Journalist who was best known for being a columnist for the New York Post and The New York Daily News. Pete died on August 5th, 2020 and his death was due to heart and kidney failure while recovering from a fall. He died at 85 years old.

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Pete Hamill Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Hamill, Pete
    • Common Name: Pete Hamill
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: June 24, 1935
    • Age: 85 (at death)
    • Occupation: Journalist
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Eggo Waffles
    • Favorite Color: Lilac
    • Favorite Scent: Dior Sauvage
    • Favorite Actor: Kirk Douglas

    Pete's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: William Peter Hamill
    • Father: Billy Hamill
    • Mother: Anne Devlin
    • Brother(s):
      • Denis Hamill
      • five more
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Ramona Negron (married 3 February 1962–divorced 1970)
      • Fukiko Aoki (married 23 May 1987-2020, his death)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Adrienne Hamill
      • Deirdre Hamill

Death Notice:

  • Date: August 05 2020 at age 85
  • Place: New York City, New York, United States
  • Cause of Death: Accident (Heart and kidney failure after a fall)
  • Funeral Arrangements: TBA

Category Tags:

JournalistAmerican Born on June 24th Born in 1935 Born in New York Died in 2020 Died at age 85 Died from Accident

Quotable Quotes:

"I wanted to retain my individuality. I was afraid of being hampered by studio policies. I knew if someone else got control, I would be restrained."

"Continuous efforts - not strength or intelligence - is the key to unlocking our potential. "

"Pete Hamill was a legendary journalist whose impact on the world will forever be felt through his powerful storytelling and unwavering dedication to truth and justice. (V)"

"Pete Hamill was a prolific journalist and author, known for his captivating writing style and coverage of major events, who passed away after a long and successful career in the media industry. (V)"

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