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Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman Dead

Philip Seymour Hoffman (IMDb.com)Academy Award-winning actor Phillip Seymour Hoffman, who starred in films such as Capote, Scent of a Woman, The Big Lebowski, Boogie Nights, and Twister, was reportedly found dead in his apartment Sunday.

According to several news reports, it was suspected Hoffman died from a drug overdose. Officials reportedly found a syringe in Hoffman’s arm and an envelope of heroin.

The Hoffman family released a statement: “We are devastated by the loss of our beloved Phil and appreciate the outpouring of love and support we have received from everyone. This is a tragic and sudden loss and we ask that you respect our privacy during this time of grieving. Please keep Phil in your thoughts and prayers.”

On Twitter, many actors, athletes, and other dignitaries expressed their condolences and thoughts of Hoffman’s death.

Jim Carrey tweeted: “Dear Philip, a beautiful beautiful soul. For the most sensitive among us the noise can be too much. Bless your heart.”

Ralph Macchio, best known for his roles in Karate Kid and My Cousin Vinny, posted on his Twitter page: “So brilliant channeled so many characters flawlessly. So sad and disturbing to be taken by addiction. Too soon.”

Former UCLA star and Los Angeles Clippers guard Baron Davis tweeted: “Man. Philip Seymour Hoffman is dead. One of my favorite actors!!! Prayers to his family. #truegenius.”

Also tweeted by New York Mayor Bill deBlasio: “Saddened by Philip Seymour Hoffman’s tragic and untimely passing. Today New York mourns the loss of one of stage and screen’s greats.”

Hoffman had won an Oscar for Best Actor in 2005 with his portrayal of Truman Capote in Capote. He also earned three Tony Nominations for his work in theatre, including Best Leading Actor nods for his respective performances in True West (2000) and Death of a Salesman (2012).

Other films Hoffman starred in included Moneyball, Cold Mountain, The Talented Mr. Ripley, Almost Famous, Magnolia, Charlie Wilson’s War, Doubt, and The Master.

For his performances in Charlie Wilson’s War, Doubt, and The Master, Hoffman was nominated for an Oscar as Best Supporting Actor.

In 2010, Hoffman made his directorial debut with the film Jack Goes Boating.

Hoffman was born in Fairport, New York, in 1967. He was survived by his partner, Mimi O’Donnell, and three children.

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