James Caan Dies: ‘The Godfather’ Oscar Nominee & ‘Brian’s Song’ Star Was 82

The Godfather, Elf and Misery among others, died of a heart attack and coronary artery disease, the death certificate viewed by Deadline has confirmed.“It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6,” the tweet announcing Caan’s death reads.“The family appreciates the outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time.”Several actors playing mobsters onscreen have tragically died t his year. The Sopranos actor Tony Sirico passed away at the age of 79 earlier this month, while it was announced last night (July 25) that Goodfellas star Paul Sorvino died at 83.Ray Liotta, who also starred in Goodfellas, died in his sleep at the end of May.

James Caan's cause of death has been revealed as a heart attack. The Hollywood star - who was known for appearing in films such as 'The Godfather' and 'Misery' passed away at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in early July at the age of 82 and, according to documents obtained by TMZ on Saturday (23. 07.

"Godfather" star James Caan's cause of death has been revealed. According to the death certificate obtained by TMZ, Caan died from a heart attack ad coronary artery disease. He was 82.

James Caan‘s cause of death has been revealed.

New details about the sudden death of legendary actor James Caan have been revealed.

passed away on July 6, died from a combination of heart issues.

James Caan's cause of death has been revealed, and the legendary actor died from a heart attack.According to, which obtained the late actor's death certificate, Caan's immediate cause of death is listed as myocardial infarction, or heart attack. The document from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health also noted that he suffered from coronary artery disease, a common heart condition the Mayo Clinic describes as when major blood vessels that supply the heart struggle to send enough blood, oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscle due to plaque (cholesterol deposits) buildup in the arteries.The death certificate also says Caan suffered from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and congestive heart failure.The findings come less than a month after Caan's death sent shockwaves. The Oscar and Emmy-nominated actor known for his roles in The Godfather, Misery, Brian’s Song, Eraser and Elfdied on July 6.

James Caan, whose remarkable performances in The Godfather, Elf and Misery made him a screen icon, has had his cause of death revealed by the Los Angeles County Coroner.

Screenwriter Lee Goldberg is suing two production companies in a dispute over the late James Caan’s last film, the crime drama Fast Charlie.

Josh Duhamel is remembering his former co-star. After news broke that James Caan had died at age 82, the 49-year-old actor took to his Instagram to emotionally pay tribute to the late actor.The men co-starred on , a TV series that ran from 2003 to 2008.«I just want to take a minute to remember Jimmy Caan, one of the kindest, coolest, funniest people I've ever met, one of my mentors,» Duhamel said, as he got choked up. «You'll be missed Jimmy Caan, I love you.»Alongside the video Duhamel wrote, «Rest in Peace Jimmy Caan.

Legendary actor James Caan passed away on Wednesday at 82 years old. He was best known for his role as Sonny Corleone in The Godfather. His family confirmed the devastating news on Twitter, writing:

Legendary actor James Caan has died at the age of 82. A representative for the star's family announced on Thursday that he passed away in Los Angeles the previous day. "It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6," they wrote.

Gallery: 20 actors who will always be associated with one character (Espresso)But by the early 1980s he began to sour on films, though Michael Mann's 1981 neo-noir heist film “Thief," in which he played a professional safecracker looking for a way out, is among his most admired films. “The fun of it was taken away,” he told an interviewer in 1981. “I’ve done pictures where I’d rather do time.

Read more: 'He had no shame': North East families slam Boris Johnson following resignation as PM In their statement, Caan's family said: "It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6. The family appreciates the outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time. "During his life, Caan married four times and had five children.

James Caan, the star of films like “The Godfather,” “Misery,” and “Elf,” passed away yesterday at the age of 82. His family announced Caan’s death in a statement over Twitter on his verified account today.

When Oscar nominee James Caan passed away in Los Angeles on Wednesday night, aged 82, he left behind one final performance opposite Pierce Brosnan in the hitman thriller Fast Charlie, which has him playing the aging mob boss, Stan.

James Caan was remembered for his legendary body of work as tributes flooded social media Thursday following the death of the "Godfather" actor. Caan died Wednesday, according to his family. He was 82.  Caan's family released a statement announcing his death on Twitter.

tweeted.Adam Sandler also remembered Caan, writing, “Loved him very much. Always wanted to be like him. So happy I got to know him.