Charlton Heston passed away Saturday at his Beverly Hills home His wife of 64-years Lydia by his side. Heston was 84.
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Great actor and decent person. Not afraid to voice his opinions. The USA Today obituary was a little aggresive I thought. Rest in Peace is right. Thanks DD.
Ehh, go fuck yourself, 2:16. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Regardless of your warped and less-than-erudite opinion, the fact is that we've lost one of the last of the few truly great actors of all time.
Charlton Heston was bigger-than-life, had a remarkable presence and voice and starred in over 100 films-- including 1959's Ben Hur, for which he won the Oscar for Best Actor. It's impossible to sum up the man's career in just a few lines, or by referring to a few roles. He was in the business so long that he actually had different "eras" of work.
Whatever he did or wherever his role's led him, it's clear he lived a full and rewarding life-- and deservedly so. Involved in politics, SAG president for many years, a tireless--if infamous advocate of the NRA, and actively engaged in humanitarian work. (and yes it's true, he *was* an Alzheimer’s sufferer for the last few years)
In a town notoriously negative towards anyone or anything regarded as "conservative", Heston was always open (and outspoken) about his affiliations... and I respect the hell out of him for that. You don't have to agree with someone to appreciate the manner in which they conduct themselves, and he was always a great example of that. He always spoke from the heart and was passionate about --and committed to-- the issues that were important to him.
It's pathetic, but for some reason when conservatives die they're vilified in the press-- yet when it's a liberal there are solemn speeches and public memorials. In the case of Mr. Heston, were anyone to have take a few moments to research his past they'd have discovered the many altruistic and solidly-humanitarian endeavors he undertook over the course of his lifetime. (including participating in the 50's civil rights marches)
Thank you Pericles for that fine oration. I wrote the first comment regarding the USA Today Obit. It is true that conservatives are vilified. This new rash of vitriol stems from ironically enough; lack of tolerance on the part of the far left. Academia is full of teachers that pontificate their view and will tolerate no other reason. The storming of the stage at various Universities while conservatives were speaking is clear proof of that. Charlton Heston is my President.
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Great actor and decent person. Not afraid to voice his opinions. The USA Today obituary was a little aggresive I thought. Rest in Peace is right. Thanks DD.
I used to be a card carrying member of the NRA. Now, I belong to nothing, and don't wanna.
He was a cool dude, a mans man. Still handsome when he got old too. He had alzheimers didn't he?
Fuck this asshole.
Ehh, go fuck yourself, 2:16.
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Regardless of your warped and less-than-erudite opinion, the fact is that we've lost one of the last of the few truly great actors of all time.
Charlton Heston was bigger-than-life, had a remarkable presence and voice and starred in over 100 films-- including 1959's Ben Hur, for which he won the Oscar for Best Actor. It's impossible to sum up the man's career in just a few lines, or by referring to a few roles. He was in the business so long that he actually had different "eras" of work.
Whatever he did or wherever his role's led him, it's clear he lived a full and rewarding life-- and deservedly so. Involved in politics, SAG president for many years, a tireless--if infamous advocate of the NRA, and actively engaged in humanitarian work. (and yes it's true, he *was* an Alzheimer’s sufferer for the last few years)
In a town notoriously negative towards anyone or anything regarded as "conservative", Heston was always open (and outspoken) about his affiliations... and I respect the hell out of him for that. You don't have to agree with someone to appreciate the manner in which they conduct themselves, and he was always a great example of that. He always spoke from the heart and was passionate about --and committed to-- the issues that were important to him.
It's pathetic, but for some reason when conservatives die they're vilified in the press-- yet when it's a liberal there are solemn speeches and public memorials. In the case of Mr. Heston, were anyone to have take a few moments to research his past they'd have discovered the many altruistic and solidly-humanitarian endeavors he undertook over the course of his lifetime. (including participating in the 50's civil rights marches)
Rest in Peace, Friend. You'll be missed.
Thank you Pericles for that fine oration. I wrote the first comment regarding the USA Today Obit. It is true that conservatives are vilified. This new rash of vitriol stems from ironically enough; lack of tolerance on the part of the far left. Academia is full of teachers that pontificate their view and will tolerate no other reason. The storming of the stage at various Universities while conservatives were speaking is clear proof of that. Charlton Heston is my President.
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