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Pete Postlethwaite: 1946–2011

The British actor has died at 64.

By Sophie Monks Kaufman Published 03 January 2011 11:53
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The BBC and The Telegraph have announced that Pete Postlethwaite, the British star of The Usual Suspects and Brassed Off, died in hospital yesterday after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Postlethwaite, who was known mainly for his work in films, began life as a stage actor and played King Lear at the Old Vic in early 2009. He was nominated for an Oscar for In The Name of the Father in 1994 and awarded an OBE in 2004.

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Tue, 2011-01-04 16:46 — Caroline (not verified)

Incredibly saddened to hear of his passing. 'Brassed Off' was a true 90s gem, and Pete's 'speech' is something that can resonate with listeners even today.

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Mon, 2011-01-03 13:28 — Chris (not verified)

One of my favourite actors. And I'm not ashamed to admit that I shed a tear (or three) when I heard this sad news.

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Mon, 2011-01-03 13:38 — Iden (not verified)

Sad news indeed, he was an incredible actor and a gentleman.

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