Norman Lear.Photo:Marvin Joseph/The Washington Post via Getty
Marvin Joseph/The Washington Post via Getty
Norman Lear’s cause of death has been determined.
Norman Lear.Jean Baptiste Lacroix/WireImage
“Norman lived a life in awe of the world around him. He marveled at his cup of coffee every morning, the shape of the tree outside his window, and the sounds of beautiful music. But it was people—those he just met and those he knew for decades—who kept his mind and heart forever young,” the caption read. “As we celebrate his legacy and reflect on the next chapter of life without him, we would like to thank everyone for all the love and support.”
Lear’s television legacies included the creation ofAll in the Family, which broached social and political issues deemed controversial at the time. Lear’s other notable shows includeMaude,Good Times,Sanford and SonandFernwood2 Night.
“I would have been there tonight if not for the passing of our beloved Norman,” she said. “He was so proud of the work of The Lear Center and Hollywood Health and Society. And he would not have wanted all of us to mourn. He would want us to celebrate the important shows you are honoring tonight, and most of all … he would want us to laugh.”
The Hollywood communityalso honored the late producer, with tributes pouring in from stars includingAll in the FamilyactorRob Reiner,Jane Fonda,George Clooney, who starred in Lear’sThe Facts of Life, andJesse Williams.
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In lieu of flowers or gifts, Lear’s representatives say he requested contributions be made toPeople For the American Way.
source: people.com
