Paul Newman (January 26, 1925 – September 26, 2008) was an iconic American actor, director, philanthropist, and race car driver. Known for his roles in films like Cool Hand Luke, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, and The Color of Money, he earned numerous accolades including an Academy Award. Beyond acting, Newman was also a successful businessman, co-founding the food brand Newman’s Own, which donates all profits to charity. A passionate racer, he competed professionally in motorsports. With his striking blue eyes and cool demeanor, Newman left a lasting impact on Hollywood and charitable causes alike.

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🧔 Biography

FieldInformation
Full NamePaul Leonard Newman
NicknameKing Cool
ProfessionActor, Film Director, Philanthropist, Entrepreneur, Race Car Driver
Known ForCool Hand Luke, The Hustler, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
Date of BirthJanuary 26, 1925
Place of BirthShaker Heights, Ohio, United States
Date of DeathSeptember 26, 2008
Place of DeathWestport, Connecticut, United States
Age (at death)83 years old
NationalityAmerican

📏 Physical Stats

AttributeMeasurement
Height5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
WeightAround 170 lbs (77 kg)
Eye ColorBlue
Hair ColorLight Brown / Grey (later)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family

RelationName
FatherArthur Sigmund Newman
MotherTheresa Fetsko
SiblingsArthur Newman Jr. (brother)
Spouse(s)Jackie Witte (1949–1958), Joanne Woodward (1958–2008)
Children6 (including Scott Newman, Nell Newman)

🎭 Career Highlights

CategoryDetails
Debut FilmThe Silver Chalice (1954)
Breakthrough RoleSomebody Up There Likes Me (1956)
Academy AwardsBest Actor for The Color of Money (1986)
Other AwardsBAFTA, Golden Globe, Emmy, Cannes Best Actor
PhilanthropyCo-founder of Newman’s Own (donates profits to charity)
Racing CareerCompeted in 24 Hours of Le Mans, professional driver

📚 Wiki Facts & Trivia

Fact TypeDetail
EducationKenyon College, Yale School of Drama
Military ServiceServed in the U.S. Navy during World War II
Political ViewsLiberal, supported various Democratic politicians
Charitable WorkDonated over $500 million through Newman’s Own Foundation
HobbiesAuto racing, cooking, painting
Signature LookPiercing blue eyes, effortless cool style

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