Remembering The Actor And War Hero Charles Durning:

[longknife]

Recipient Of A Silver Star For Valor And Three Purple Hearts

Canadian blogger War News Updates Editor sends this:

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=fwwGAaGt8y4]Charles Durning, King of Character Actors, Dies - YouTube[/ame]

Charles Durning, Prolific Character Actor, Dies At 89 -- New York Times

Charles Durning, who overcame poverty, battlefield trauma and nagging self-doubt to become an acclaimed character actor, whether on stage as Big Daddy in “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” or in film as the lonely widower smitten with a cross-dressing Dustin Hoffman in “Tootsie,” died Monday in New York. He was 89. He died of natural causes, The Associated Press reported, citing Judith Moss, his agent and friend.

Charles Durning may not have been a household name, but with his pugnacious features and imposing bulk he was a familiar presence in American movies, television and theater, even if often overshadowed by the headliners.

Read more ....http://www.nytimes.com/2012/12/26/m...cter-actor-dies-at-89.html?smid=tw-share&_r=0

My Comment: His life experience from childhood to World War II to Hollywood is truly remarkable. We remember him from his many appearances on film and TV, but it is his war experiences that should awe us. Our prayers are with his family, loved ones, and to his many fans.

I have no idea of how many times I've seen Durning and had no idea of his military actions. I certainly hope he will be buried with appropriate military honors.

 

[freedombecki]

Thanks for the memories, Charles Durning. RIP.

 

[Rozman]

Enjoyed his work very much.
Might be considered underrated as an actor...my opinion.

Something with these old time soldiers from WWII.
They never seemed to talk about it.

Then we have some who served recently making sure everyone knows they served.

One comes to mind.
From the political arena.
From the Northeast.
A Senator.
From the New England area.
Served in Vietnam....Oh boy he makes sure you know he served in Vietnam.
Married the Ketchup lady...

I will show a little class here and not mention his " reporting for duty" name.

RIP Charles Durning and thank you for your service to this country and thank you for many years
of what should be considered a wonderful career.

 

[Luddly Neddite]

A favorite moment in his career ... Little did he know he was recording the theme song of the GObP

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJG75FJkjr8]Sidestep - Charles Durning - The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.mp4 - YouTube[/ame]

 

[TruthSeeker56]

I believe Durning's most recent role was on the TV series "Rescue Me", as Denis Leary's father.

He was a great actor, period.

 

[blastoff]

But the good news is we'll be able to continue to enjoy his work in the many characters he portrayed throughout his fine acting career.

For he and the countless other vets who survived WW II for these many decades now just makes me feel good.

 

[Soggy in NOLA]

A favorite moment in his career ... Little did he know he was recording the theme song of the GObP

Sidestep - Charles Durning - The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.mp4 - YouTube

Fuck you you worthless, petty little jizzsack.

 

[Soggy in NOLA]

Remember him in Dune? Wierd...