Obituary of Walter Matthau

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Walter Matthau

Walter Matthau (born October 1st, 1920 in Manhattan, New York) was a Film Actor who was best known for his roles in many quality movies over his long career. Walter died on July 1st, 2000 and his eventual death was due to atherosclerotic heart disease. He was 79 years old when he croaked.

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Walter Matthau Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Matthau, Walter
    • Common Name: Walter Matthau
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Manhattan, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: October 01, 1920
    • Age: 79 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Walt, Walter Matuschanskayasky
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1948-2000
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Wendy's Chicken Sandwich
    • Favorite Color: Aqua
    • Favorite Scent: Armani Code
    • Favorite Actor: Buster Keaton

    Walter's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Walter John Matthow
    • Father: Milton Matthow
    • Mother: Rose Matthow (née Barolsky or Berolsky)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Grace Geraldine Johnson ​(married 1948-divorced 1958)​
      • Carol Grace ​(married 1959-2000, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Charles "Charlie" Marcus Matthau (born December 10, 1962)
      • David Matthau
    • Daughter(s):
      • Jenny Matthau

Death Notice:

  • Date: July 01 2000 at age 79
  • Place: Santa Monica, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart failure (atherosclerotic heart disease)
  • Interment: buried in Westwood Village Memorial Park Cemetery, Los Angeles, California

Category Tags:

Film ActorTV Actor Stage Actor American Born on October 1st Born in 1920 Born in New York Died in 2000 Died at age 79 Died from Heart failure

Quotable Quotes:

"I really enjoyed working on the movie Kotch, in which I had a brief cameo as a sleeping bus passenger."

"I think doing comedy is more difficult ... than doing noncomedic or tragic or whatever you want to call it. "Because it's difficult to make all kinds of different audiences understand what you're doing, and moving you to laughter." (IMDB)

"Walter Matthau was an incredible actor and comedian. He will be missed. (V)"

"Walter Matthau lived a life full of laughter, talent, and unforgettable performances, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of acting long after his passing. (V)"

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

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