Actor Paul Newman died yesterday of cancer. He was 83.
Newman was known not only for his many films, but for his philanthropic and political activities.
Newman’s Own, which manufactures salad dressings, sauces and other foods, donates profits to charities. The organization reports having given away more than $250 million since 1982. Newman was a major benefactor of his alma mater, Kenyon College.
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He was also a contributor to Democratic candidates such as Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, and wrote occasionally for the liberal magazine, The Nation.
Newman won an Oscar for his role in the 1986 movie, “The Color of Money,” and received two honorary Oscars for his contributions to film.
He is survived by his wife, Joanne Woodward, who co-starred with him in “Mr. and Mrs. Bridge” and the made-for-TV movie, “Empire Falls.”