Paul Newman

Biography

Born 01/26/1925

An iconic figure in Hollywood history, Paul Newman was an Academy Award-winning actor, director, and noted philanthropist who helped define the male lead in motion pictures from the mid-1950s through the 21st century. A background in Method acting helped to deliver his enormous personal charm...
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Filmography

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Awards

In 2006, received Golden Globe Award for Best Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television
In 2006, received Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries
In 2006, received Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television

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Paul Newman: 1925 - 2008

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Highlights

In 2006, Voiced Doc Hudson in the Pixar animated feature "Cars"
In 2005, Starred (also executived produced) in the HBO mini-series "Empire Falls" (lensed 2002); adapted and directed by Robert Benton
In 2003, Cast as the Stage Manager in the Showtime adaptation of "Our Town"; earned Emmy and SAG nominations

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Family & Companions

Arthur S Newman: father (Jewish of German descent; ran a profitable sports goods store; died May 11, 1950 at age of 56 )
Theresa Newman: mother (Catholic of Hungarian descent; converted to Christian Science; worked in her husbands shop)
Arthur S Newman Jr: brother (Production manager on "Cool Hand Luke" (1967) and "Winning" (1969); associate producer of "Rachel, Rachel" (1968))

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