BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., April 5, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- 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.
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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
www.mptvfund.org
SOURCE Mercury Group
Bill Powers of Mercury Group, +1-703-299-9470 (office), or +1-703-626-6446
(cell)
