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Paul Newman: A Man Called "Hombre"

It is said that a people cannot survive without its heroes. Today we begin a journey without one of our cinematic if not a true life hero. His name is Paul Newman. I knew him from his screen portrayal of an Indian (native american) in the classic film HOMBRE.

His passing away to the ravaging effects of cancer came as no surprise. It was merely a matter of time before he succumbed. It was an event that was preceded with the loss of so many others similar to him. Charlie Bronson comes to mind. Or even Steve Mcqueen from THE GREAT ESCAPE and PAPILLON. Names like Glen Ford, Marlon Brando, Jimmy Stewart and the GRAPES OF WRATH star Henry Fonda.

The death of Paul Newman was no surprise but it still has a shock value that will be felt for years to come. He and his comrades came from an era of movie making and true life that depicted the lives of regular men that could be or do outstanding things. Most of all they taught us values through their film portrayals.

Newman’s role in Hombre cast him among the white men and women in a stagecoach traveling through the dangerous west where save s abound and thirsted for their scalps. Despised, loathed and hated by his fellow passengers they eventually had the audacity to turn to him for his help and use of his special abilities. This “hombre” stepped up to the plate and despite the danger he would face, he did what was morally the right thing to do. He lost his life as a result. But he displayed honor, courage and dignity in his actions. These are not qualities that are common in our society today.

Paul Newman exhibited the genuine sex appeal that could make women swoon. He also exhibited the qualities of a good and decent man, the kind of man the would be emulated. He did so not only on the screen but in real life as well. His dashing and daring carried him onto the raceways and into the business world where he worked so others could receive help through his donations. His passing marks a time where we must search for others like him or surrender ourselves to oblivion..

By: Joseph DPrince
Published: 10/03/08


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    3 Posted Comments:

    @ 11:03 am 10/03/08 by DeanSmithLegend
    Paul Newman was a great person whose contributions to society as a whole will be missed.
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    @ 5:50 pm 10/05/08 by C.D. Crowder
    Paul Newman was an amazing actor and will be missed greatly. Wonderful article.
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    paul new,an

    @ 2:05 pm 10/07/08 by c.torrez
    what a great article. Written out of respect for theman no doubt. His kind ar few.
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