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    Actor James Caan, Oscar-nominated as Sonny Corleone in ‘The Godfather,’ dies at 82

    by Christie D’Zurilla, Los Angeles Times Jul 07, 2022 6 minutes
    James Caan on the set of the film "Rollerball," in which he plays the hero Jonathan E., August 1974.

    James Caan, the actor known for his Oscar-nominated turn as Sonny Corleone in 1972’s “The Godfather,” along with a host of other tough-guy roles starting in the 1960s, died Wednesday. He was 82.

    “It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6,” Caan’s account tweeted Thursday.

    The actor’s publicist confirmed his death, saying in a statement to the L.A. Times, “Mr. Caan’s family appreciates the outpouring of condolences from his friends and fans from around the world, and respectfully request privacy in this time of great mourning. No further details will be released at this time.”

    As an actor, Caan wasn’t always as tough as many people thought he was onscreen. Apart from his role as Corleone, he sang and danced in 1982’s “Kiss Me Goodbye” and in 1975’s “Funny Lady,” where he played Billy Rose to Barbra Streisand’s Fanny Brice and wound up nominated for a Golden Globe.

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