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Gene Wilder, star of 'Willy Wonka,' dead at 83

Gene Wilder, star of 'Willy Wonka,' dead at 83

(CNN) Gene Wilder, who brought a wild-eyed desperation to a series of memorable and iconic comedy roles in the 1970s and 1980s, has died, his lawyer, Eric Weissmann, said.Wilder is best known for his collaborations with director Mel Brooks, starring as the stressed-out Leo Bloom in Brooks' breakout 1967 film "The Producers," and later in the monster movie spoof "Young Frankenstein."He also portrayed a boozing gunslinger in "Blazing Saddles."


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Gene Wilder, star of "Willy Wonka," "Blazing Saddles," dead at 83

Gene Wilder, star of "Willy Wonka," "Blazing Saddles," dead at 83

Actor and author Gene Wilder poses as he autographs his new book "The Woman Who Wouldn't" during a book signing session in New York March 26, 2008.REUTERS/Lucas JacksonLOS ANGELES, Aug 29 (Reuters) - Gene Wilder, whose kinky curls and startled blue eyes brought an enduring and frantic air to roles in "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" and "Blazing Saddles," died on Monday at the age of 83, his family said.Wilder, whose best work came in collaborations with director-writer Mel Brooks and actor Richard Pryor, died at his home in Stamford, Connecticut, from complications of Alzheimer's disease, the family said in a statement.


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Gene Wilder, star of 'Willy Wonka' and Mel Brooks comedies, is dead at 83, his family says

Gene Wilder, star of 'Willy Wonka' and Mel Brooks comedies, is dead at 83, his family says

NEW YORK (AP) — Gene Wilder, star of 'Willy Wonka' and Mel Brooks comedies, is dead at 83, his family says.