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Paul Scofield: Truly “A Man for All Seasons”

April 2, 2008 by Romy

Oscar award winner Paul Scofield passed away this week at age 86 in a hospital not far from his home in Southern England. Scofield, who had been fighting Leukemia for quite some time, succumbed to the disease Wednesday March 19 leaving this world as a great man who will be remembered by all. Over the years Scofield was regarded as a legendary actor best known for his role as Sir Thomas More in “A Man for All Seasons.” Aside from that incredible performance, Scofield proved to be a stage actor at heart. With a salty weathered face and a voice from the throat of a lion, Paul Scofield left an impression on all that had the opportunity to watch this legend work.

He is survived through such films as “A Man for All Seasons”, “Henry V” and “Quiz Show”

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