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Charlton Heston Passes Away at the Age of 84

Source:Mercury Group

April 6, 2008

Legendary actor, civil rights leader and political activist Charlton Heston passed away today, at the age of 84. He died at his home with Lydia, his wife of 64 years, at his side. Mr. Heston was loved by his two children, Fraser Clarke Heston and Holly Heston Rochell, and his three grandchildren, Jack Alexander Heston, Ridley Rochell and Charlie Rochell.

The Heston family issued the following statement:

"To his loving friends, colleagues and fans, we appreciate your heartfelt prayers and support. Charlton Heston was seen by the world as larger than life. He was known for his chiseled jaw, broad shoulders and resonating voice, and, of course, for the roles he played. Indeed, he committed himself to every role with passion, and pursued every cause with unmatched enthusiasm and integrity.

We knew him as an adoring husband, a kind and devoted father, and a gentle grandfather, with an infectious sense of humor. He served these far greater roles with tremendous faith, courage and dignity. He loved deeply, and he was deeply loved.

No one could ask for a fuller life than his. No man could have given more to his family, to his profession, and to his country. In his own words, "I have lived such a wonderful life! I've lived enough for two people."

A private memorial service will be held. The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Motion Picture and Television Fund:

MPTF
22212 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 300
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
MPTVFund.org

Heston received an Oscar for Best Actor in 1960's Ben-Hur and starred in such classics as The Ten Commandments, Planet of the Apes, Secret of the Incas, The Omega Man, Soylent Green, El Cid, 55 Days at Peking, Earthquake, The Greatest Story Ever Told and Julius Caesar. You can view his full filmography, dating back to 1941, here.

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COMMENTS (123)

Posted by:

abe

April 6, 2008

godspeed.

Posted by:

James

April 6, 2008

That's terrible! Heston was one of the greatest actors to ever grace the silver screen!

Posted by:

ace

April 6, 2008

OMG ! One Of the Greatest of all time . Rest in peace Sweet Prince

Posted by:

Ted Kord

April 6, 2008

Well now they can finally pry that gun away from his hands.

Posted by:

texas toast

April 6, 2008

Wow..had almost forgotten about his days as a "civil rights" activist. With all the NRA hoopla & other stuff in recent years. He did have a seemingly full & well-rounded career though.

Posted by:

Moses

April 6, 2008

Has anyone pried the gun from his cold dead hands?

Posted by:

American

April 6, 2008

One of my favorite actors. You will be missed.

Posted by:

ThaCooksta

April 6, 2008

He was Hesteriffic!

Posted by:

Seni Oyewole

April 6, 2008

NO! NO!! NO!!! He was my favorite actor! He was a living legend. I've seen his films since "Ben-Hur"! I am feeling SO crushed right now. My heart and sympathy goes out to his family. Rest in Peace, old friend.

"God saw you were tired. So he put you to sleep."

Posted by:

A. Walker

April 6, 2008

Charlton Heston was one of the greatest actors of all time...I was just watching planet of the apes last night...enjoying him telling them" get your stinking hands off me you filthy ape!" God bless the family in this time of sorrow...RIP Heston you will be missed..