James Garner Death: Hollywood Remembers Beloved ‘Rockford Files’ and ‘Maverick’ Star

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Actors, directors and comedians expressed their sadness Sunday over the death of beloved star James Garner.

The veteran actor was found dead at his home in the Brentwood section of Los Angeles on Saturday evening. The 86-year-old died of natural causes, the Los Angeles Police Department told TheWrap.

Also read: James Garner, ‘Rockford Files’ and ‘Maverick’ Star, Dead at 86

Garner rose to stardom in the 1950s television series “Maverick,” as the gun-slinging Bret Maverick. In a 1994 movie version of the show, Garner had a cameo role with Mel Gibson playing the title character.

Garner struck gold again on the small screen in the ’70s as Jim Rockford on the popular series “The Rockford Files.”

He also appeared in more than 50 movies, including “The Great Escape” in 1963, Paddy Chayefsky’s “The Americanization of Emily” in 1964, Blake Edwards‘ “Victor Victoria” in 1982 and Murphy’s Romance in 1985, for which he received an Academy Award nomination.

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The iconic actor gained a new generation of fans for his role in the 2004 Ryan Gosling-Rachel McAdams hit romantic drama “The Notebook,” as the older version of Gosling’s Duke.

As news of his death emerged, Hollywood expressed its sadness on Twitter. Below are several notable quotes.

https://twitter.com/KaleyCuoco/status/490843599857135617

https://twitter.com/Montel_Williams/status/490777815571128321

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