Article: Gregory Peck, 87, dies in Los Angeles home.(Main News)

LOS ANGELES, California, USA (AFP) One of Hollywoods last great leading men, Gregory Peck, famed for his heroic roles in such classics as To Kill a Mockingbird, died Thursday at the age of 87.

Peck, known for his quiet dignity, became an icon of cinema's golden era with starring roles in more than 60 films, including "Roman Holiday," "Cape Fear," and "Spellbound" and won the best actor Oscar for "Mockingbird" in 1962.

A classic star who became a respected elder statesmen of cinema, Peck died peacefully in his Los Angeles home at 4 a.m. Thursday (1200 GMT) with his French-born wife of 48 years, Veronique, holding his hand, publicist Monroe Friedman ...

Related newspaper, magazine, and journal articles:

 
 
Newsweek Harper's Magazine The Washington Post Chicago Tribune Crain's Chicago Business PRNewswire Pediatric News The Nation Advertising Age The Economist (US) A FREE trial gives you access to over 80 million articles! Access over 6,500 publications with a FREE trial!