Burt Reynolds, star of film, TV and tabloids, dead at 82
September 7, 2018
Burt Reynolds, the handsome film and television star known for his acclaimed performances in "Deliverance" and "Boogie Nights," commercial hits such as "Smokey and the Bandit" and for an active off-screen love life which included relationships with Loni Anderson and Sally Field, has died at age 82.
His death was confirmed Thursday by his agent Todd Eisner. In a statement, his niece, Nancy Lee Hess, called his death "totally unexpected," although she acknowledged he had health issues.
"He was tough. Anyone who breaks their tail bone on a river and finishes the movie is tough. And that's who...
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