Hollywood Legend Eli Wallach Dies at 98

Eli Wallach, one of the greatest character actors of his generation, has died at age 98. The sad news was confirmed by his daughter, Katherine.

Wallach, a bonafide Hollywood legend with a career spanning over 60 years, was never at a lack for work. He's starred on stage, screen, and television, appearing in everything from The Magnificent Seven and The Misfits, to The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly and The Godfather Part III. He's even starred in more recent fare such as 2006's The Holiday and 2010's Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps. In a travesty of sorts, Wallach was never nominated for an Academy Award for his years of exceptional performances, yet the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences did award him an Honorary Oscar in November 2010, just a month before his 95th birthday. At the ceremony, Wallach was hailed as "the quintessential chameleon, effortlessly inhabiting a wide range of characters, while putting his inimitable stamp on every role."

Our condolences go out to Mr. Wallach's family and loved ones at this time. As one of the greatest actors of any generation, and one of Hollywood's most dependable performers, he'll be deeply missed. R.I.P.

Via: The New York Times

Credit: Carolyn Cole/Los Angeles Times