Ryan O’Neal Dies At 82; Actor Was Known For His Roles in Barry Lyndon, Love Story, Paper Moon Among Others

Born in 1941 in Los Angeles to a mother who was a stage actress and a father who was a novelist and screenwriter, O'Neal took up boxing in school and later secured minor television roles, showcasing his impressive physique.

Ryan O Neal and 1970 Love Story Poster (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Ryan O'Neal, American actor known for his Oscar-nominated role in the 1970 classic Love Story, has passed away at 82. While the cause of his passing hasn't been disclosed by the family, O'Neal had battled chronic leukemia since 2001 and faced prostate cancer in 2012. His impressive career featured leading roles in '70s hits like What's Up, Doc?, Paper Moon, and A Bridge Too Far. O'Neal's charm made him from TV to movie actor in Love Story, portraying as a Harvard student who falls irrevocably in love with a working-class peer, played by Ali MacGraw. This movie is hailed as one of the top 10 most romantic films by the American Film Institute. Michael Gambon Dies at 82: Daniel Radcliffe, JK Rowling Offer Heartfelt Tributes to Late Harry Potter Actor.

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