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'Columbo' Star and Oscar Nominee Peter Falk Passes Away at Age 83
by Ethan Anderton
June 24, 2011
Source: TMZ
While it's pretty much a cliché for detectives to adorn trench coats, fewer on-screen investigators wore the signature wardrobe as well as Peter Falk when he played iconic TV detective "Columbo." While the actor is better know for his work in television, he also leaves behind a legacy in film as TMZ reports Falk has sadly passed away at age 83. In the last years of his life, the actor became plagued with dementia and tragically it has been said that he couldn't even remember his iconic role as Lieutenant Columbo on TV. Thankfully, audiences spanning generations will remember the actor through is many performances on TV and film.
Aside from the aforementioned classic detective series, Falk also received two Academy Award nominations for the 1960 film Murder, Inc. and the 1961 film Pocketful of Miracles. In addition, the actor also appeared in films like Brigadoon, The Great Race, Wings of Desire and even more recently, Next starring Nicolas Cage. However, younger audiences will likely best know him for his turn as the grandfather and narrator in the fantastic fantasy adventure comedy The Princess Bride, not to mention a great turn alongside Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau in Made. Despite his ailments, a representative for Falk's family says the actor passed away peacefully in his sleep last night while at his home in Beverly Hills. Rest in peace, sir.
14 Comments
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RIP
Loser on Jun 24, 2011
2
Oh, one more thing.... 🙁
Neuromancer on Jun 24, 2011
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This is a HUGE loss! I am deeply saddened by this terrible news! Peter Falk is a legend and will always be remembered. No other screen detective could, nor will be able to outdo his iconic, "Columbo" role! Thank you for your legacy, Mr. Falk. May you rest in peace! ...I extend my deepest condolences to Mr. Falk's family!
Spider on Jun 24, 2011
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absolutely. a massive loss, may he be at peace. like Spider, i've never really warmed to any other screen detective in the same way. 'just one more thing...' Columbo became such a staple (a cliche to some), and he was so attuned to the role, that many people missed what an extraordinary actor Falk was. if you haven't seen his other work, seek it out.
Anonymous on Jul 8, 2011
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agree with Coppola - also, i'll miss him as much as i could miss any actor. peter falk - great actor and good guy!
Anonymous on Jun 24, 2011
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RIP PETER.
TIR NA NOG on Jun 24, 2011
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You guys remember corky ramano? Hahaha
Adam on Jun 24, 2011
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Rest in peace, Mr. Falk, and thank you for "Columbo", my childhood series.
deckter on Jun 24, 2011
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Wings of Desire has his most sublime performance, IMO. Just moving and yet still charming.
Scotty97 on Jun 25, 2011
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Um, no mention of "Husbands"?
Dick on Jun 25, 2011
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RIP Peter. Iconic series and character. A big loss in the entertainment world.
CinemaNostalgia on Jun 26, 2011
13
as you wish......rip
Dan on Jun 27, 2011
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as you wish......rip
Dan on Jun 27, 2011
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