Fred Thompson dies at 73
The ex 'Law & Order' star died on November 1 in Nasville after a
recurrence of lymphoma, according to a statement issued by his family.
Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee and actor,
Fred Thompson
has died at age, 73. The ex 'Law & Order' star died on November 1
in Nasville after a recurrence of lymphoma, according to a statement
issued by his family.
Fred’s family made sure to remind fans of the wonderful man he was as they announced his passing in a statement on Sunday.
Fred Thompson was Senator for Tennesse
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"It is with a
heavy heart and a deep sense of grief that we share the passing of our
brother, husband, father, and grandfather who died peacefully in
Nashville surrounded by his family,” the family said in their statement.
"Fred
once said that the experiences he had growing up in small-town
Tennessee formed the prism through which he viewed the world and shaped
the way he dealt with life. Fred stood on principle and common sense,
and had a deep love for and connection with the people across Tennessee
whom he had the privilege to serve in the United States Senate. He
enjoyed a hearty laugh, a strong handshake, a good cigar, and a healthy
dose of humility. Fred was the same man on the floor of the Senate, the
movie studio, or the town square of Lawrenceburg, his home," the family continued.Even
though Fred is no longer with us, his family’s statement suggests that
he left behind a legacy that will certainly live on. "Fred believed
that the greatness of our nation was defined by the hard work, faith,
and honesty of its people. He had an enduring belief in the
exceptionalism of our country, and that America could provide the
opportunity for any boy or girl, in any corner of our country, to
succeed in life.”
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