Charlton Heston, who won the 1959 best actor Oscar as the chariot-racing "Ben-Hur" and portrayed Moses, Michelangelo, El Cid and other figures in movie epics of the '50s and '60s, has died. He was 84.
Heston died at his home in Beverly Hills with his wife Lydia at his side. Family spokesperson Bill Powers declined to comment on the cause of death or provide further details.
"We knew him as an adoring husband, a kind and devoted father, and a gentle grandfather, with an infectious sense of humour. He served these far greater roles with tremendous faith, courage and dignity. He loved deeply, and he was deeply loved,"-- said a statement from his family.
With his barrel chest and baritone voice, Heston portrayed Moses, Michelangelo, El Cid and other heroic figures in films of the 1950s and 1960s. His film credits include The Greatest Show on Earth, El Cid, The Greatest Story Ever Told, The Ten Commandments, and Planet of the Apes.
In 2002, he revealed that he had symptoms consistent with Alzheimer's disease, saying, "I must reconcile courage and surrender in equal measure."
A private memorial service will be held, but no further details were provided.
Along with his wife, Heston is survived by two children and three grandchildren.
source:cnn.com/entertainment
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