1. Peter O'Toole Passes Away At 81
Legendary actor Peter O'Toole, who famously found stardom in Lawrence of Arabia in 1962, passed away on Sunday at the age of 81. The 8 time Academy Award nominee died in a hospital in London after suffering from a long-time illness. O'Toole was a cinematic icon, and universally beloved for not only his acting, but his character. He retired from acting last year, saying, "I bid the profession a dry-eyed and profoundly grateful farewell." Our condolences go out to O'Toole's family and friends. In memoriam, WhatCulture writer Stephen Kennedy put together a list of his 5 best roles, which I highly recommend you read
here.
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