Rabs Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Very sad.... R.I.P http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-19472267 Actor Michael Clarke Duncan, who rose to prominence playing a death row inmate in the acclaimed film The Green Mile, has died at the age of 54. Duncan suffered a heart attack in July and died at a hospital in Los Angeles after failing to recover. A former bodyguard, the 6ft 4in (1.93m) Duncan was an imposing figure who played a wide variety of screen roles. He was nominated for an Oscar in 1999 for The Green Mile, but also played action roles and voiced animated parts. His versatility saw him team up with Bruce Willis to save the Earth in Armageddon, play it for laughs in the Will Ferrell racing car comedy Talladega Nights, and take a succession of roles in TV sitcoms, including Two and a Half Men. He will be remembered primarily for his role alongside Tom Hanks in the adaptation of Stephen King's novel The Green Mile. Duncan played convicted murderer John Coffey, a man possessed of a gentle demeanour and extraordinary healing powers. His unexpected performance won him a nomination as best supporting actor and kick-started an acting career that only began once he gave up bodyguard work in his 30s. Following his death Duncan's fiancee, Reverend Omarosa Marigault, asked for privacy until the funeral and memorial events were announced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrNylon Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 He really was bigger than life. Sad news on his passing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Californiaman Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 That's an appointment we've all got to keep one day. Except this guy... Seriously though... Michael Clarke Duncan was worth his weight in gold. He was a good man and contributed personally to many noteworthy causes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzboy Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 RIP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4Hayden Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 Great actor and nice guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaxson50 Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 He was a great guy with a great future. Each day is a blessing folks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaleb Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 When I first heard about it I couldn't believe it. He was a virtuosic actor, if that makes any sense. And not just a great actor, a really good person. Rest In Peace, buddy. I feel for his family. It's hard losing a loved one. Every day above ground is a good day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveinspain Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 Sad news... I admired his work. I'm glad he was able to do what he loves in life. RIP big guy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daryl M Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 Sad... :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Izzy Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 He was way way young to be going. Didn't see that one coming, for sure. I always got him confused with the guy who played Debo in Friday and the President in The Fifth Element.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LT ED Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 Very sad news indeed ,R.I.P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPguitarman Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 RIP big guy. Loved his character and his acting in The Green Mile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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