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Far From Dead, Newman's Raring to Race
August 22, 2008 5:43 PM
Don’t count Cool Hand Luke out of the race just yet.
Not only is Paul Newman not on his deathbed, but he’s raring to go -- to the racetrack. The 83-year-old actor did a routine run at Limerock track in Lakeville, Conn., Aug. 13, weeks after reports that he was ill and on the verge of death.
Limerock spokeswoman Marie Jannace told ABCNews.com that Newman drove a Corvette in what she described as a "typical trip to the track" for the actor.
“He looked fine,” she said. “He didn’t look gaunt. He's a thin man to begin with. He looked the same. He was still as handsome as he's always been and his eyes were as blue as ever.”
“It was a normal visit to the track, there was nothing unusual whatsoever about it,” she added. “He came here in a racing suit, with a baseball cap and sunglasses, how he normally comes here. He had his entourage like most celebrities do: his race team, his engineers, family and friends.”
Jannace said Newman’s been coming to the track, owned by Skip Barber, a legendary race car driver and friend of Newman’s, since the 1970s. She shot down Internet reports that Limerock closed down the track just for him.
“For years and years, whenever he has a desire to take a few laps or test a car, he’ll call here and say ‘Can I come on such and such a date, I need this much time.’ We accommodate him. He’s been a friend of the track and a supporter of the track for many years. But we didn’t close the track down -- we never do that,” Jannace said. “We make sure that he’s left alone. Everyone knows to leave him alone after all this time. [Fans] really do give him his privacy.”
In June, after Newman was photographed looking gaunt and sickly at an Indianapolis 500 event, reports surfaced that he was suffering from cancer.
"It's a form of cancer and he's dealing with it," A.E. Hotchner, a writer who partnered with Newman to start Newman's Own salad dressing company in the 1980s, told The Associated Press.
The actor's publicist issued a vague response to the rumors.
"Newman says he's doing nicely," Jeff Sanderson said in a statement to reporters.
Sheila Marikar
August 22, 2008 | Permalink | Share | User Comments (12)
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I have seen Mr. Newman many time at Riverside California racing his a$$ off. This guy can drive!! Keep taking the line!! Your an inspiration for us all sir!
Posted by: Lenny Copp | Aug 22, 2008 7:15:04 PM
I have always enjoyed his acting, and have heard from people who have met him that he is a wonderful man (as is his wife). I don't know how ill he is or isn't but I wish him the best regardless. Thanks for all the great movies, Paul!
Posted by: Lisa Again | Aug 22, 2008 8:06:11 PM
I love Paul Newman and it a shame what is going on with him. He is a wonderful actor and driver.
Posted by: sharon | Aug 24, 2008 6:08:06 PM
Paul Newman is and has always been a pistol! Actors are usually considered self-centered an arrogant, but Mr. Newman is a kind and charitable person. Many, many years ago, my then nineteen year old niece was working as a receptionist at a small airport and she told us afterward all excited that Paul Newman had flown in. She said he was about 50 years old, wearing a light brown leather jacket, dockers, loafers and great sun glasses. She thought he was just about the most handsome man she had ever met, he gave her Newman's Own popcorn too.
Posted by: Mercedes | Aug 24, 2008 8:10:44 PM
Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward are two of the classiest people to ever grace Hollywood. It's a shame that today's actors don't try to live up to their example. Best wishes to the both of them.
Posted by: Terri | Aug 25, 2008 7:51:21 AM
Keep driving towards that sunset Boss!
Posted by: JON WYATT | Aug 25, 2008 10:55:58 AM
I have for awhile now, been compelled to send an E-mail to you. I've always admired your films and acting ability, but I've been much more impressed by your unbelievable humanitarian contributions. I'm sure there are millions who feel as I do. Thank you and blessings to you and your family.
Posted by: gary kempe | Aug 25, 2008 4:19:50 PM
Paul Newman is simply sensational! His desire to continue racing is natural since that is one of his many passions and something he does with enormous skill. Another thing he does with unparalled enthusiasm, is to promote kindness, compassion and awareness of so many worthy causes, and he's used his fame and charisma to make the world take note.
As for Lime Rock...the track is refurbished to perfection and I encourage all of you to take a beautiful drive this weekend for some great racing and vintage cars on display.
God Bless Paul Newman. A dynamo. A beautiful person.
Posted by: Michelle Galerkin | Aug 27, 2008 1:41:50 PM
Paul Newman has and will always be my favorite actor. He is an inspiration to all. One of the best actors that we will never see again, no one will ever come close. Keep on racing, which you love to do.
Posted by: Linda Bernier | Aug 27, 2008 6:20:04 PM
Go Paul,Go! You have provided us with so many laughs (The Sting and Butch Cassidy)and been such an inspiration. I know it's selfish, but we just aren't ready to let you go. Don't think we eve will be. God bless you and your beautiful wife Joanna.
Posted by: Jenni Fletcher | Sep 11, 2008 2:15:10 PM
Hi Paul Newman, I am always excited to read, watch, or hear anything about you! You are such a gifted person and a heart full of love and graciousness. I am also honored to speak about you with others because of your continued courage, brilliance, and charm. Needless to say you are one of the two of my most favorite and handsome men not in my family (smiles) of all. Continue to enjoy everyday!
Posted by: Saundra Payne | Sep 11, 2008 10:25:02 PM
we continue to pray for Mr.Newman.Prayers that avail much,will keep this awesome legend alive
Posted by: Mz V | Sep 12, 2008 9:25:33 PM
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